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After stroke, many people are looking for help. Connecting with other stroke survivors and caregivers is vital to learn more about stroke recovery options and to share the experience of recovery from stroke. Support groups are a key method to find support during the recovery process. Support groups provide attendees with vital recovery information and allow stroke survivors and their families and friends to find support and form friendship among others who understand their journey. Topics addressed in some support groups include: dealing with finances after stroke, addressing depression after stroke, sharing ways to recover from stroke, and dealing with post-stroke fatigue.
Not every area in the U.S. has a readily accessible stroke support group. Help expand the network and let us assist you with forming a stroke support group today.
First Steps
Check what available support groups might already exist in your immediate area. Most support groups should be well within driving distance. If you can’t find one that is close, start on your journey of creating one!
Organizing a support group takes a little commitment and work; but it is well worth it!
See our Quick FAQ to read about the process.
Group Leader Tools
For a support group leader to be effective, there are some skills the leader must have. Read more about some of the tools a support group leader can use to make the group function well.
Meeting Resource Kits
Explore stroke recovery information and tools to help your group be a success. We offer Programs-in-a-box free to all stroke support group leaders. The box of materials is mailed to support group leaders to help facilitate discussions on a variety of post-stroke topics. Each box includes a DVD that includes webinars, a discussion guide for stroke support group leaders to facilitate content discussion, and various brochures depending on the topic.
We are currently offering the following Programs-in-a-box topics for order:
Spasticity and Stroke
Incontinence: Bladder Management
We are currently offering the following Virtual Programs-in-a-box topics for download:
Pseudobulbar Affect (PBA) After Stroke
Incontinence: Bladder Management
Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) and Stroke
Spasticity and Stroke
Sleep Disorders after Stroke
Register Your Support Group
Register your support group to receive free resources for you and your participants and receive answers to your questions.
Questions? Contact us.
For over 30 years we have been the trusted source for free resources and education to the stroke community. Together, we empower survivors and their circle of care to thrive after stroke. Make your tax-deductible donation today to support the growing needs of the stroke community.
