Stories from Person's with Lived Experience

Each person’s stroke journey is unique. It can be powerful and inspirational to hear the experience of others. On this page, you will be able to hear stories of resilience and recovery from person’s with lived experience.

Click on the video to meet a few of our Patient and Family Advisors. Then, explore each individual's full story on this page.

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Reflect on the questions below while watching each video to gain a deeper understanding of the lived experiences of the patient and family after recovery from a stroke

Meet Cherie

Did Cherie give you ideas on how you can adapt everyday activities after stroke?

Meet Janice

What did Janice’s story teach you about setting meaningful goals after vision changes from stroke?

Meet Suzanne

How can you support the person, not just the patient, as they recover from a stroke?

 

Meet Milan

How can you use your skills and lived experiences to make a difference for others?

Meet Lara

What did Lara’s story teach you about the importance of never giving up?

 

Meet Jenna

How can your family and friends help you with returning to school or work after stroke?

Meet Meni

What did Meni’s story teach you about hope and finding new ways to do the things you love?

Meet Ken

How did Ken’s journey back to music inspire you and give you hope?

Video courtesy of Central East Stroke Network and RVH Corporate Communications

Seeing the Person: Finding Strength and Moving Forward After Stroke