In an instant our world goes upside down when we get the call that Mom or Dad is headed to the ER with a possible stroke.

We get thrown into a foreign world of beeps, alarms, and words that don't make sense. And now our parent who took care of us in our vulnerable moments, lies helpless in a hospital bed, possibly unable to communicate. But what can you do? What SHOULD you do? 

Mom or Dad having a Stroke is terrifying. Their being in the Emergency Room puts us in crisis mode and we feel like all we can do is react. But there are 5 specific concrete things you should do to help them and the medical team when your parent is in the ER. These things will even help you be a better advocate for them to prevent unnecessary complications.

In this episode I walk you through 5 practical things you should be doing to be helpful to your parent, provide necessary information to their medical providers, and prevent unnecessary complications from occurring. 

Plus, since the world doesn't stop moving when crisis strikes and your life is going on even while you're attention is off it, I'll talk about the things you aren't thinking about, but you probably need to, to get through this time. 

I hope this is helpful as you maintain hope in medicine but remember to never trust healthcare.

Cheryl

P.S. Bonus Checklist: 5 PRACTICAL Things to Do When Your Parent is in the ER