StrokeNet, Stroke Network's Newsletter

Caregivers are often a key to recovery. They handle physical needs, provide encouragement and are advocates. Often they do not receive the thanks they deserve.

This month there are two articles which focus on caregiving. "An Ode to Caregivers" discusses the role. Read about role reversal in Stroke of Luck. Keeping Engaged and The Juggling Caregiver also give advise to caregivers

Valentine's Day is this month. Be sure to thank Caregivers!

In the issue...

David writes about the need to keep survivors engaged in life. Deb discusses Ode to Caregivers. Mark shares a blog post about selecting a therapist.

In "The Juggling Caregiver" Claudia shares winter insights. Rachel, in ""Stroke of Luck," discusses caregiver/patient role reversal. Jay shares a poem "Not Done."

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

Enjoy the February Newsletter!

Lin Wisman

Director Information Resources

Editor, StrokeNet
lwisman@strokenetwork.org

Keeping the Survivor Engaged with Life
Don't Be a Couch Potato By David Wasielewski David is 13 years post stroke. He has learned a lot about stroke recovery. In this article he discusses the importance of keeping the Stroke Survivor engaged in life. This is an important learning for both Survivors and Caregivers. Click to Read the Article Contact David at dwasielewski@strokenetwork.org

An Ode to Caregivers
Making Stroke Recovery Possible by Deb Theriault Senior Contributing Writer and Information Resources Administrator Caregivers, who are often unpaid family members, are critical to stroke recovery. Deb discusses caregivers, all they do, and burn out. Be sure to thank your caregiver! Click to Read the Article Contact Deb at dtheriault@strokenetwork.org

Apraxia-Aphasia Speech Therapy
Deciding on a Therapist By Mark Ittlemean Mark is a Speech Language Pathologist. He maintains a blog offering insight. He has graciously agreed to allow StrokeNet to link to blog postings. Mark shares a link to help with deciding on a therapist. In addition to reading this blog entry you may want to look through his other posts. Click to Read the Blog Post

The Juggling Caregiver
We've Been Hibernating By Claudia Warner Claudia and Wes have been hibernating to deal with the cold weather. In addition to sharing antics about their dogs, Claudia shares how Wes, who has not been able to go outside, is using his time. Click to Read the Article Contact Claudia at cwarner@strokenetwork.org

Stroke of Luck
Role Reversal By Rachel Stolz It is not uncommon for a Stroke Survivor to become a Caregiver. Our Caregivers may well develop a medical problem. Rachel recently had this experience when her husband suffered back problems. She shares her experience. Click to Read the Article Contact Rachel at rstolz@strokenetwork.org

Healing with Poetry
Not Done By Jay Allen Jay shares his poem "Not Done." Click to Read the Poem Contact Jay at jallen@strokenetwork.org

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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.

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