Where to Start After Mom or Dad Has a Stroke
Oct 19, 2023A parent having a stroke is life-changing for them but also for you. Your Mom cared for you. Your Dad was the vision of strength. Now everything has changed in the blink of an eye.
This video is the first in the Stroke Playlist on our YouTube channel. In each Stroke video, I walk you though no fluff content including what a stroke is, what you need to be expecting while your parent is undergoing medical care, including what questions you should be asking, who you should be speaking to, and what kinds-of rehab options, medical equipment, and community supports are often available after discharge from the hospital.
But knowledge without action won't get you results! At the end of each short video, I give you an actionable step you can take to make some real progress toward advocating for your mom or dad to get the best functional outcome possible (while reminding you to take care of yourself). Afterall, I *am* a therapist. :)
You're not alone in this crisis and in this video, I'll encourage you by briefly sharing why I'm the person who not only understands your plight, but who has the medical experience to point you in the right direction. I'll also guide you in the first action step you need to take now that your mom or dad has had a stroke.
Good to meet you,
Cheryl