StrokeNet, Stroke Network's Newsletter

Welcome to the August 2017 issue of StrokeNet.

Barb Polan's last column,"Survivor's Best Friend," appears in this issue. We thank Barb for her contributions to StrokeNet and wish her all the best in future endeavors.

In this Issue...

David reflects on "Patience and Stroke Recovery." In "The Juggling Caregiver" Claudia suggests ways to Keep your Cool. Rachel, in ""Stroke of Luck," shares her expense with Essential Oils.

In "Healing with Poetry" Jay reflects on Self-Preservation. Barb in "Survivor's Best Friend" talks about Anxiety and an ESA. A website exploring Disability Benefits is introduced. Member Story is Ron Wolfe.

At the end of the newsletter find more info on Member Stories and info on The Stroke Network.

Enjoy the August Newsletter!

Lin Wisman

Director Information Resources

Editor, StrokeNet
lwisman@strokenetwork.org

Patience and Recovery
Coming to Terms with Stroke by David Wasielewski Patience -for both Survivor and Caregiver- is a key to Stroke Recovery. David reflects on how patience can make all the difference. Click Icon to Read the Article Contact David at dwasielewski@strokenetwork.org

The Juggling Caregiver
Keep your Cool By Claudia Warner It's summer, and it is hot. Claudia reminds readers to stay hydrated. She gives some suggestions. Claudia is very interested in two bills heping stroke survivors (and others). She shares info. Click Icon to Read the Article Contact Claudia at cwarner@strokenetwork.org

Stroke of Luck
Adventures with Essential Oils By Rachel Stolz A few years ago Rachel found Essential Oils. She explains how they have helped her. She then lists some specific essential oils and how they may help. Click Icon to Read the Article Contact Rachel at rstolz@strokenetwork.org

Healing with Poetry
Self-Preservation By Jay Allen Jay shares a poem written to caregivers from survivors. Click Icon to Read the Article Contact Jay at jallen@strokenetwork.org

Survivor's Best Friend
Anxiety and an ESA By Barb Polan Many Stroke Survivors suffer from anxiety. Barb explants how an Emergency Service Animal can help. Click Icon to Read the Story Contact Barb at bpolan@strokenetwork.org

Disability Benefits Website
Info that May Help If you live in the US, you may find obtaining Disability Benefits a challenge. A website which may help answer your questions is introduced. Click Icon To Read the Story

Member Story

Ron Wolfe

Edited by Deb Theriault

Senior Contributing Writer and
Information Resources Administrator

Ron Wolfe, who stroked in May 2011. He has had several issues which effect many survivors. He lives in a small town where many resources are not easily available. With the exception of his elderly mother, his family does not live close.

Read his story and how he has worked to overcome problems.

Click Icon to Read the Story

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.

Membership...

If you are not a member of the Stroke Network please become one. There is no charge. If you are a member you have access to more info.

If you think you are already a member, but cannot sign it, contact our Membership Administrator Kelli Smith at ksmith@strokenetwork.org. She can verify with your email if you are a member, find your userid and reset your password if needed.

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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