Greetings,
Welcome to the October issue of StrokeNet, the newsletter of The Stroke Network.
The
Affordable Care Act has been a law in the U.S. for over three years. On
Oct 1 the exchanges open for open enrollment for 1914. They remain open
for six months.
An
article is included in this issue which briefly explains the exchanges
and provides a link to the official site (healthcare.gov) where there
is a lot more information. Check to see if you, your immediate family,
extended family or friends can be helped by the exchanges. Share with
others!
In
Falls and Falling After Stroke, David shares stroke falling data. Did
you know if you have a stroke you are twice as likely to fall as
someone who has not had a stroke? In The Juggling Caregiver, Claudia
intros two new games to help stroke survivors
As you may remember, J.J.
(Speak No Evil) has gone back to school to change his occupation. Check
out his reflections. Jim (Dancing with Stroke) is one of many stroke
survivors who has struggled with extending therapy. Read about his
experience.
In Keeping Up the Fight, Angela suggests rediscovering lost passions and hobbies. Deb Theriault is featured in Staff Spotlight
Bookends to this newsletter are Organization News and Member Celebrations. Be sure to read both!
Enjoy the October newsletter! Lin Wisman Director Information Resources Editor, StrokeNet lwisman@strokenetwork.org |