Have you or a loved one experienced a stroke?
Do resources seem hard to find?
This section is here to support stroke survivors, caregivers, and families in understanding stroke recovery terms and finding tools, support, and opportunities to engage with their
communities.
Understanding Stroke Recovery Terminology
Having trouble understanding or explaining stroke recovery terminology? Below are some resources to help
Cognition
Problems with memory and thinking are very common after a stroke. Up to 60% of stroke survivors may have some type of cognitive impairment in the first year after a stroke.
Aphasia
APHASIA (Uh-Fay-Zhuh) is a result of a STROKE or BRAIN INJURY, and affects a person’s ability to communicate. Aphasia usually comes on suddenly from a stroke or brain injury.
Neuroplasticity
Refers to the brain's ability to change and adapt by reorganizing its structure, functions, or connections throughout life, in response to learning, experience, or injury.
Depression
Depression is a common experience for stroke survivors. Often caused by biochemical changes in the brain. When the brain is injured, you may not be able to feel positive emotions.
Not find what you're looking for? Contact us for suggestions and definitions.
Daily Life After Stroke *Needs work
Life after a stroke can bring new challenges, but with the right tools and support, it's possible to adapt and find meaning in everyday routines. This section offers practical resources to help stroke survivors navigate daily activities — from personal care and household tasks to returning to work, building social connections, and engaging in leisure activities.
Self-Directed Recovery Tools
Daily Activity Planners
Track progress with simple printable logs and goal charts.
Caregiver & family resources—helping loved ones understand the
recovery process, training for caregivers, support services.
https://www.stroke.org/en/help-and-support/resource-library/lets-talk-
about-stroke/being-a-stroke-family-caregiver
Technology - The Tetra Society of North America is a nonprofit
organization that helps find technological solutions for people with
disabilities. https://tetrasociety.org/
Basic exercise videos to increase physical activity
https://www.stroke.org/en/life-after-stroke/stroke-rehab/post-stroke-
exercise-videos
Mindfulness apps – e.g., Headspace
Energy conservation and pacing techniques – PDF
https://ahc.aurorahealthcare.org/fywb/X26162.pdf