StrokeNet, Stroke Network's Newsletter

In "The Juggling Caregiver," Claudia discusses the change in Wes' signature apparel. Jim, in "Dancing with Stroke," shares his experience with Peer Support. Rachel in "Stroke of Luck" writes about running a business as a Stroke Survivor.

Deb begins a two part series on Invisible Stroke Residuals. David reviews the book "I Am Still the Same" by Kate Allatt.

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

Enjoy the August newsletter!

Lin Wisman

Director Information Resources

Editor, StrokeNet
lwisman@strokenetwork.org

Organization Highlight

July Flew Past!

By Ann Rogers

Director Stroke Network Affairs

Ann is happy to report that most members of The Stroke Network staff are back from vacation. Full steam ahead!

The question of why The Stroke Network asks for personal info is explained. Those who have not completed their info are asked to please add it to their record.

Finally Ann lists new members.

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Contact Ann at arogers@strokenetwork.org

The Juggling Caregiver

From Neckties to Canes

By Claudia Warner

Before his stroke Wes was known for his ties. Ties have become difficult since his stroke so now his signature is canes.

Adapting is critical for stroke survivors. Read what Wes and Claudia have learned.

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Contact Claudia at newsletter@strokenetwork.org

Dancing with Stroke

Peer Support

By Jim Sinclair

Jim shares his experiences of peer support. It has been a critical component of his recovery.

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Contact Jim at newsletter@strokenetwork.org

Stroke of Luck

Running a Business as a Stroke Survivor

By Rachel Stolz

Starting and running a business can be difficult under the best of circumstances. Rachel shares her experiences both before and after her stroke.

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Contact Rachel at newsletter@strokenetwork.org

Invisible Stroke Residuals I

Leftovers Nobody Wants

by Deb Theriault

Senior Contributing Writer and

Information Resources Administrator

Stoke Survivors experience many different stroke residuals. Deb provides a long list of possible residuals. Are your residuals on this list? What surprised you?

This is the first of a two part series.

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Contact Deb at

dtheriault@strokenetwork.org

Book Review

I Am Still the Same

By Kate Allatt

By David Wasielewski

Kate Allatt is a survivor who experienced Locked In Syndrome. Her book is a description of her experience and includes resources.

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Contact David at newsletter@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

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