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Real Journeys. Real Strength.
Personal Stories
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Personal Stories
Alissa's Story
After surviving a catastrophic stroke, Alissa turned years of recovery into a story of honesty, advocacy, and hope.
August 28, 2026
News & Blog
Life After Stroke Blog
Stroke recovery is challenging for all, including the survivors and their caregivers. In this blog you will find useful articles and resources that will help you stay mentally and physically healthy in life after stroke.
Featured Articles
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Ambiguous Grief After Stroke: What It Is and How to Cope
After stroke, grief can show up in unexpected ways. Ambiguous grief is the feeling of missing who someone was, who you were, or how life used to feel while learning to cope with a changed life.
June 11, 2026
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The Psychology of Hope: How Caregivers Help Shape Stroke Recovery Outcomes
From small goals to quiet encouragement, caregivers help rebuild hope after stroke and influence how recovery unfolds.
November 20, 2025
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Will It Happen Again? How to Manage the Fear of a Second Stroke and Take Steps to Prevent It
1 in 4 stroke survivors face another stroke, but up to 80% are preventable. Learn how to manage the fear and take control of your recovery.
August 30, 2025
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How to Ask for Support When You’re a Stroke Caregiver
Learn simple ways to request help at work, from doctors, family, and community so you can care for your loved one without burning out.
August 4, 2025
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How to Ask for Support After a Stroke—at Work, at Home, and Everywhere in Between
Learn simple ways to request help—at work, school, the clinic, and at home—so stroke survivors can thrive during recovery.
July 31, 2025
Emotional Changes After a Stroke
Stroke recovery isn’t just physical. Learn how to manage the emotional changes that often come after.
May 23, 2024
News & Insights
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Home & Work
Grandparenting After Stroke
Stroke may change some parts of grandparenting, but it does not take away the relationship you have built. Recovery can include finding new ways to stay connected while also working toward the activities and moments that matter most to you.
August 31, 2026
Personal Stories
Alissa's Story
After surviving a catastrophic stroke, Alissa turned years of recovery into a story of honesty, advocacy, and hope.
August 28, 2026
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Personal Stories
Gabriel's Story
Gabriel shares his journey as a pediatric stroke survivor, reflecting on recovery, support, and the importance of taking things one day at a time.
June 22, 2026
Mental Wellbeing
Ambiguous Grief After Stroke: What It Is and How to Cope
After stroke, grief can show up in unexpected ways. Ambiguous grief is the feeling of missing who someone was, who you were, or how life used to feel while learning to cope with a changed life.
June 11, 2026
Your Donation in Action
Caregiver
Survivor Fund Grantee
“The Stroke Survivor Foundation is an amazing organization that provided us assistance when we needed it most. It allowed my husband to attend private physical therapy sessions weekly, for 90 minutes, when our insurance would not cover it. The application process was easy and stress-free.
We are so grateful to the Stroke Survivor Foundation for choosing us and we encourage any stroke survivor in need to apply.
Stroke Survivor
Hazel
“I had a cerebellar stroke at 42yo, that affected my ability to walk. With the grant received from The Stroke Foundation I was able to get more physical therapy at a innovative clinic where the therapists are working with me in intensive sessions to help me learn to walk again.
It's motivating me and giving me hope to do things I never thought I could do again!
Stroke Survivor
Benjamin
“After having a stroke in 2022, I have been doing therapy in various places to regain mobility and speech. Having the opportunity to work with the team at UCF and their aphasia program was great, and then to find out that the application for assistance with the funding from the Stroke Survivor Fund for the program was successful,
felt like receiving a warm hug!
