StrokeNet, Stroke Network's Newsletter

David reflects on Stroke Recovery and Sleep.In "The Juggling Caregiver" Claudia reflects on the long road of recovery. Rachel in "Stroke of Luck," discusses Anxiety.

Jay shares a poem, Rising. Barb, in "Survivor's Best Friend," provides a sample letter to add an ESA to your family. Member Story is Linda Agerbak.

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

Enjoy the October newsletter!

Lin Wisman

Director Information Resources

Editor, StrokeNet
lwisman@strokenetwork.org

Organization Highlights
New Members By Ann Rogers Director Stroke Network Affairs Topics covered include Welcome to New Members, Facebook, Quick Links and Chat. Ann concludes with a thank you to Sue Wilkinson, a long time Chat Host. Sue is resigning her position. Click Icon to Read the Article Contact Ann at arogers@strokenetwork.org

Thoughts on Recovery and Sleep
Brain Trauma Experience by David Wasielewski Recovery from Brain Trauma, including Stroke is not clear cut. David reflects on his experience and how sleep is important to recovery. Click Icon to Read the Article Contact David at dwasielewski@strokenetwork.org

The Juggling Caregiver
Never, Never Give Up By Claudia Warner Claudia reflects on the 11 years she has been a caregiver to her husband Wes. There have been ups and downs but there has always been a way through to a better future. Click Icon to Read the Article Contact Claudia at cwarner@strokenetwork.org

Stroke of Luck
Anxiety By Rachel Stolz Have you or a loved one suffered from Anxiety? It is a common problem for Stroke Survivors. Rachel lists the symptoms and suggests how to deal with Anxiety. Click Icon to Read the Article Contact Rachel at rstolz@strokenetwork.org

Healing with Poetry
Rising By Jay Allen Jay shares a poem reflecting on the process of Rising after a Stroke. Click Icon to Read the Poem Contact Jay at jallen@strokenetwork.org

Survivor's Best Friend
Sample Letter for Your ESA By Barb Polan Are you thinking about adding an Emotional Support Animal to your family? Barb describes the procedure and includes a sample letter. Click Icon to Read the Article Contact Barb at bpolan@strokenetwork.org

Member Story
Linda Agerbak Edited by Deb Theriault Senior Contributing Writer and Information Resources Administrator Linda Agerbak sees things differently since her stroke in 2013. She explains how her life has changed and how she has adapted. Click Icon to Read the Article Contact Deb at dtheriault@strokenetwork.org

Tell Your Story!!

Member Story Invitation

For the past twelve years, StrokeNet has been publishing the personal stories of stroke survivors and their caregivers.

Every survivor and caregiver has a unique experience and point of view to offer. StrokeNet gives others, in similar circumstances, the opportunity to learn about your own experience, and how your viewpoint has changed post-stroke.

We've all been there, either as a stroke survivor or as a caregiver. We know what it's like firsthand to be transported, in the blink of an eye, from our normal lives to a life of shattered dreams and an uncertain outlook, with our physical and emotional reality altered forever.

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.

Contents may not be reprinted without the organization's permission. Please contact the editor.

To submit an article email the editor.

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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