StrokeNet, Stroke Network's Newsletter

Walt discusses Aquatic Therapy. In "The Juggling Caregiver," Claudia writes about anticipating end of the year celebrations. Jim, in "Dancing with Stroke," ends his two part series on mobility issues focusing on traveling.

Rachel in "Stroke of Luck" reflects on the survivor's struggle with weight and fitness. David reviews the Book "Learning to Float" by Stroke Network member Allan Ament. Graham McCulloch's Member Story is featured. Member Celebrations are listed.

Enjoy the November newsletter!

Lin Wisman

Director Information Resources

Editor, StrokeNet
lwisman@strokenetwork.org

Aquatic Therapy after a Stroke
Suit Up! By Walt Kilcullen Aquatic Therapy can be beneficial after a stroke. Not only is it great exercise, but can help with stroke residuals. Read about it! Click Icon to Read the Article Contact Walt at wkilcullen@strokenetwork.org

The Juggling Caregiver
The Season has Changed Time to Celebrate By Claudia Warner Claudia helps each of us get ready for the end of the year holidays. A time to think about food! Click Icon to Read Article Contact Claudia at cwarner@strokenetwork.org

Dancing with Stroke
Traveling with Mobility Issues By Jim Sinclair Jim concludes his two part series. Traveling is difficult for many stroke survivors. Jim makes some suggestions. Click Icon to Read the Article Contact Jim at jsinclair@strokenetwork.org

Stroke of Luck
Keeping on Track By Rachel Stolz Many survivors struggle with weight and fitness following their stroke. Rachel shares her journey and what she has learned. What are you doing to stay fit? Click Icon to Read the Article Contact Rachel at rstolz@strokenetwork.org

Book Review
Learning to Float - Memoir of a Caregiving Husband By Allan Ament Reviewed by David Wasielewski The author is a caregiver to his wife. In this book he shares both the experience of the stroke and the journey he and his wife have taken. Allan is a member of The Stroke Network. Click Icon to Read the Article Contact David at dwasielewski@strokenetwork.org

Member Story
Graham McCulloch Edited by Deb Theriault Senior Contributing Writer and Information Resources Administrator Graham, a sail boarding enthusiast, is a survivor from Australia. Since his stroke in 2007 he has learned to adapt. Be sure to check out his story. Click Icon to Read the Article 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 ttruax@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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