Healing Journey: Essential Booklets for Stroke Recovery
Free post stroke therapy booklets for stroke survivors and their families. If you are seeking rehabilitation tips, lifestyle adjustments, emotional support, or ways to prevent future strokes, we are here to empower you. These booklets by three time stroke survivor Deb Shaw, will provide the knowledge and resources you need to regain independence and enhance your quality of life.
Beyond Stillness – Stories After Stroke
Beyond Stillness empowers stroke survivors to articulate and publicly share their stories as gifts of inspiration and hope. Through a reflective story-crafting process, survivors uncover and share the wisdom gained from their recovery. Their gatherings further strengthen bonds and build a compassionate community.
The Role of Technology in Stroke Prevention and Recovery
Advancements in the field of science and technology give rise to more effective tools for disease prevention and recovery. Learn about stroke and its management through technology.
Aphasia and Stroke
Stroke and head injuries are the most common causes of aphasia- loss of ability to understand or express speech. Having a family member experience a serious health issue and a lose their ability to communicate can be unsettling for adults and especially children. Here are helpful tips on how to communicate with individuals experiencing aphasia.
Santa Clara County Stroke Centers
All 10 hospitals in Santa Clara County are currently certified stroke centers by the Joint Commission Primary Stroke Certification Program or DNV. Learn about the our Primary Stroke Centers, Comprehensive Stroke Centers, and Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center.
Depression & Stroke
Learn how depression not only affects your brain and behavior, but your entire body. Stroke survivors who are depressed may be less likely to follow treatment plans and may be more irritable or have changes in personality.
Santa Clara County Stroke Support Groups
Get connected to your local stroke support groups in Santa Clara County. The Pacific Stroke Association has full comprehensive list of local Stroke Support Groups and many resources for stroke survivors and their caregivers.
