Stroke / Acquired Brain Injury

Overview

A stroke occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain is interrupted, leading to potential symptoms ranging from minor to severe, and sometimes even fatal. Rapid treatment is crucial, as the time from stroke onset to medical intervention can significantly impact recovery and survival.

Stroke symptoms may not always be painful, making them less obvious to those affected. Family members often notice signs such as droopiness of the face, sudden difficulty speaking, weakness or numbness in an arm or leg, vision changes like loss or double vision, and coordination problems, including trouble walking. The acronym FAST helps remember key warning signs: Face (facial drooping), Arm (arm weakness), Speech (slurred or impaired speech), and Time (call 9-1-1 immediately).

Health Care Connectors is able to support stroke and acquired brain injury patients and their families in following ways:

Our nurses and home health aides work with you and your loved one to make home modifications that can improve their ability to navigate the home safely upon their arrival
Our physical, occupational, and speech therapists have an excellent understanding of the survivor’s abilities and limitations
Our social workers provide family members with critical information on topics such as insurance coverage after discharge, how to set up home health or outpatient rehabilitation, and where and how to obtain necessary medical equipment

Stroke / Acquired Brain Injury

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