StrokeNet, Stroke Network's Newsletter

Happy April Fools Day (or Le Poisson d'Avril - April Fish in French). It's a day for practical jokes. All in fun! Hope you have a good time throughout April.

Even though it snowed on March 23 and March 27 I am declaring that it is spring. The snowbells and crocuses are blooming and the daffodils are up!

In this Issue...

David shares tools that make day to day stroke survivor tasks possible. In "The Juggling Caregiver," Claudia shares their storm preparedness plan. Jim, in "Dancing with Stroke," reminds us there are no quick fixes in Stroke Rehabilitation.

A link to Henry Hoffman's article "Strengthening a Spastic Muscle" is provided. The website One Hand Can is introduced. See Open Newsletter Positions for info on how you could volunteer for this newsletter. Member Story is Jamie Coyne.

Bookends to this newsletter are Organization News and Member Celebrations. Be sure to read both!

Enjoy the April newsletter!

Lin Wisman

Director Information Resources

Editor, StrokeNet
lwisman@strokenetwork.org

Organization Highlights
By Steve Mallory CEO Steve welcomes the 70 new members of The Stroke Network in March. He also lists the 50 countries represented on Facebook. Several helpful tips are listed to help members access more data on the site. Chances are there is something you have missed. Check it out! Click Icon to Read the Article Contact Steve at smallory@strokenetwork.org

Day to Day Survival

Tools and Tricks for the Stroke Survivor

By David Wasielewski

Stroke Survivors often find that they can no longer use their favorite tools. They may find they cannot accomplish day to day tasks that were easy before their stroke.

Survivors and Caregivers need to seek out implements that can make jobs possible. David shares some of his favorites.

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Contact David at newsletter@strokenetwork.org

The Juggling Caregiver

Preparing for Spring Storms

By Claudia Warner

Spring has arrived and it is time to be sure you are prepared for spring storms. Claudia shares their plan.

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Contact Claudia at newsletter@strokenetwork.org

Dancing with Stroke

No Quick Fixes

By Jim Sinclair

Jim reminds us there are no quick fixes when recovering from stroke. But, the hard work is worth it!

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Contact Jim at newsletter@strokenetwork.org

Strengthening a Spastic Muscle

Why the Kerfuffle?

By Henry Hoffman

Over the last several years there has been conversation on The Message Board about Saebo, which helps with spasitity.

Henry Hoffmen, who founded Saebo and is trained as an Occupation Therapist, wrote this interesting article.

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Website Intro

Onehandcan.com

By Lin Wisman

Finding your stroke has left you either right or left affected can be a challenge. Rosanna Redding turned what she learned into a website. Read an interview with Rosanna.

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Contact Lin at lwisman@strokenetwork.org

Open Newsletter Positions

Two Contributors Needed

This newsletter is looking for two new contributors. If you are interested, read the article and respond by email.

Many have found writing for the newsletter to be therapeutic. All positions are voluntary.

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Member Story

Jamie Coyne

Coordinated by Deb Theriault

Member Stories Administrator

Jamie stroked in 2008 when she was 12. Since that time she has made great rehabilitation strides. In spite of stroking at such a young age, Jamie has great plans for the future. Be sure to read her story.

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Contact Deb at dtheriault@strokenetwork.org

Member Stories Invitation
Every survivor (and caregiver and family member) has their unique story. We would like to feature your story!! Our Member Story Administrator, Deb Theriault, writes the article with your input. Please consider being featured in a StrokeNet "Member Story" article. Click the Icon to learn more.

Member Celebrations

Birthdays and Stroke
Anniversaries
Compiled By Teri Truax
Celebrations Monitor

The Stroke Network congratulates all members who celebrate a birthday or stroke anniversary this month. Click below to see the birthdays and anniversaries we have on file for this month.

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Contact Teri at newsletter@strokenetwork.org

Each month members' birthdays and Stroke Anniversaries, which they have placed in their message board profile, are listed in the newsletter.

Be sure your birthday and stroke anniversary are in your profile. From the home page of the Message Board, click the arrow next to your user id. From the drop down menu select My Settings.

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Disclaimer

This newsletter is published and owned by The Stroke Network. The items contained herein are published as submitted and are provided for general information purposes only. This information should not be considered as personal advice.

Readers should not rely solely on our newsletter information, but should make their own inquiries before making any decisions. The Stroke Network works to maintain up-to-date information from reliable sources; however, no responsibility is accepted for any errors or omissions or results of any actions based upon this information. If you have any questions regarding any of these items, contact the newsletter editor.

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