Stroke Survivors
You've had a stroke... now what?
Each and every recovery journey is different. At the Stroke Recovery Association we provide programs, resources and support groups to help you find your way - and find what works for YOU.
We offer evidenced based programming that is designed and often delivered by a stroke survivor. This unique approach offers a better level of understanding and creates a place where YOU can feel safe being yourself and grow your confidence.
There are a number of resources here for you to learn and explore. Please note that this is not a replacement for medical advice - this is just a collection of helpful pieces of information to help you.
This booklet offers information about the different types of strokes and available resources in Manitoba.
This informational resource creaded by Saebo offers a number of exercises to assist you in regaining strength, mobility and dexterity.
This resource booklet created by foundation garches, offers pictures and exercises to assist in your rehabilitation journey from home.
It is important to monitor changes during your recovery. This checklist adopted by the Heart & Stroke Foundation is a great resource to use to keep track of these changes.
Join stroke survivor Ashley Voth as she leads you through 30 day's of accessible chair yoga.
Available Supports for Stroke Survivors in Manitoba
A & O: SUPPORT SERVICES FOR OLDER ADULTS
A & O: Support Services for Older Adults is a nonprofit organization that provides specialized services for older Manitobans across the province. They aim to support older Manitobans enhance their social, emotional, physical, intellectual, and spiritual lives, and promote active participation.
Website: https://www.aosupportservices.ca
DRIVER ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (DAMP)
A specialized, referral-based program to help assess driving ability post-injury. Contact MPI or speak to a member of your medical team for more information.
Phone: 204-985-7000
EMPLOYABILITY ASSISTANCE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
Employability Assistance for People with Disabilities (EAPD) offers a wide range of employment focused services to assist adults with disabilities in preparing for, obtaining and maintaining employment.
Individuals should contact info@manitobapossible.ca for more information about applying.
Website: https://www.gov.mb.ca/wd/ites/vrmanual/index.html
GOVERNMENT OF MANITOBA: STROKE INFORMATION FOR THE PUBLIC
The Government of Manitoba has a website which provides general stroke information, as well as some resources available to those who have experienced a stroke, and their caregivers.
Website: https://www.gov.mb.ca/health/stroke/strokeinfo.html
HOME CARE ASSISTANCE: STROKE CARE
This is a private, for-hire company which can provide personalized post-stroke care in your own home. This program aims to improve independence through a variety of services such as scheduling medical appointments, arranging transportation to appointments, aiding in meal preparation, medication management, and helping complete prescribed exercises.
Website: https://www.homecareassistancewinnipeg.ca/stroke-home-care/
HOME CARE COMMUNITY STROKE CARE SERVICES
Home Care Community Stroke Care Services is a referral based home stroke program through the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority. This program aims to improve independence post-stroke in the community, and help clients complete their everyday activities of daily living.
Contact your physician for a referral to these services.
INDEPENDENT LIVING RESOURCE CENTRE (ILRC)
The Independent Living Resource Centre is an organization that promotes and supports individuals with disabilities in decision making and taking responsibility for the development and management of community resources.
Website: https://www.ilrc.mb.ca
MANITOBA WHEELCHAIR PROGRAM
Manitoba Wheelchair Program operated through Manitoba Possible connects Manitoba residents with a wheelchair to meet the basic mobility needs of people who are active and living independently within the community.
please consult a health care professional (Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or Family Doctor) to determine whether you are eligible for a wheelchair from our program.
Website: https://www.manitobapossible.ca/wheelchair-services
PARKING PERMIT PROGRAM
The program is regulated by Manitoba Infrastructure and Technology and administered by Manitoba Possible. The Program ensures that when a person has difficulty walking more than 50 meters they can park in one of the specially designated parking spots in lots across the province.
Website: https://www.manitobapossible.ca/parking-permits
PURE LIFESTYLE NEUROLOGICAL REHABILITATION
Pure Lifestyle in Winnipeg offers individual rehabilitation for clients with neurological conditions. This includes shoulder injury prevention, fitness, integration into activity, and post-stroke rehabilitation.
Website: http://www.purewinnipeg.com/physiotherapy/neurological-rehabilitation/
RIVERVIEW HEALTH CENTRE NEUROLOGY REHABILITATION STROKE PROGRAM
The Riverview Rehabilitation Stroke Program provides rehabilitative care for adults with neurological impairments that resulted from strokes. The program typically is 6-8 weeks long, and requires referral from a physician.
Website: https://www.rhc.mb.ca/index.php/areas-of-specialized-care/stroke-program
WELLNESS INSTITUTE NEUROFIT PROGRAM
A specialized 8-week exercise program, tailored to those who have had a neurological event, such as a stroke. This program focuses on strength, stretching, and endurance exercises to help improve individual fitness post-injury.
Website: https://wellnessinstitute.ca/stroke-neurofit/