Caregivers and Families
More than 6 million people in the United States today have survived a stroke, affecting 4 out of 5 American families.
Caring for a stroke survivor can be stressful.
You may be concerned that:
- your loved one will have another stroke
- you or your loved one won't be able to accept the changes caused by the stroke
- the stroke survivor in your life might be placed in a nursing home
- you aren't prepared to face the responsibility of caring for a stroke survivor
- friends and family will abandon you
You are not alone! These concerns are common to many stroke survivors and their caregivers.
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For information on a new program that helps families identify their needs and to organize the support of friends and family click on Lotsahelpinghands. |
As a caregiver, you can take steps to make the transition from hospital to home easier on everyone:
- Try to encourage as much independence as possible
- Allow your loved one to make decisions
- Support participation in leisure activities
- Try to take an occasional break from caregiving
- Ask for help from family, friends or community organizations
| Always in search of advancing technologies to assist patients and their families, National Stroke Association is proud to announce its newest partnership with CarePages.com. Now families and friends can be kept better abreast of a patient’s condition, upcoming surgeries and prognosis all in one central location: On the patient’s CarePage. “Emotional Rx”, CarePages is a great way to provide patient’s and their families with emotional support. Learn More... |
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We can help.
National Stroke Association is dedicated to helping you learn about stroke and understand what care and support options are available.
National Stroke Association Can:
- send you informational brochures and fact sheets
- help you find helpful products and services for stroke survivors (link coming soon)
- help you find a support group
- send you a free copy of our award-winning StrokeSmart Magazine
HOPE: The Stroke Recovery Guide
Part 1 - Helpful Information
Part 2 - Organizations/Resources
Part 3 - Preventing Another Stroke
Part 4 - Exercises and Recommendations
Stroke recovery is a lifelong process filled with achievements and setbacks. Take the good with the challenging and embrace life with your loved ones!
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