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Stroke is a sudden and life-altering event that impacts millions of people worldwide. While medical advancements have significantly...
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Welcome to our stroke survivor advocacy support blog! We are here to provide safe and supportive space for stroke survivors and their loved ones. Our hope is to raise awareness about stroke and provide resources and support to those affected by it. Join our community and let's this journey together.
Mike
5 days ago2 min read
Good news just in time for the holidays.
John Richmond - Stroke Survivor In a time of great darkness and change, my happy place is my peer support group and this month we have...
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Mike
Dec 31 min read
Beware - Scammers are Everywhere
Today, I got a call on my cell from with a Caller-ID of someone in Lethbridge, Alberta. I recall getting a similar call last week, but...
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Mike
Nov 301 min read
Nov 25 2024 AODA Alliance Queen’s Park Community Public Hearings on Disability Accessibility
As noted in the video, Ontario will miss the deadline of January 1, 2025 to comply with the AODA Legislation and create a barrier free...
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Mike
Oct 221 min read
Attention Young Adults Who Have Experienced a Stroke
Are you a young adult who has experienced a stroke between the ages of 18 to 50 years old? You are invited to participate in this...
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Mike
Oct 211 min read
Aging Well Together Information & Active Living Fair
Thursday, November 7 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex 1867 Valley Farm Road Register early and reserve...
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Mike
Oct 181 min read
Health plan cancelled after disabling stroke
After being on long-term disability for two years and still attempting to recover from a stroke, my employer health plan was...
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Mike
Oct 161 min read
World Stroke Day - October 29th
World Stroke Day is observed on October 29 to underscore the serious nature and high rates of stroke, raise awareness of the prevention...
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Mike
Aug 261 min read
Sunny Kakaiya shares his inspiring stroke recovery journey
Sunny Kakaiya shares his inspiring stroke recovery journey, from high blood pressure to transformation, resilience, and regained...
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Mike
Aug 262 min read
No CDB clawbacks
I’m writing to you about an urgent petition from Leadnow member Patrick, who is calling on Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland and...
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Mike
Aug 211 min read
Yoga For You
'Yoga For You' with Mandee Labelle It is a 45-mi nute online yoga session that you can do wherever you happen to be.Enjoy the mental,...
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Mike
Aug 212 min read
No CDB clawbacks
I’m writing to you about an urgent petition from Leadnow member Patrick, who is calling on Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland and...
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Mike
Jul 41 min read
Aquatic Therapy
1.. aquatic therapy- Amon spore committee for below. Fo use across Canada, shows locations, information and details. Dear Co-designers,...
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Mike
Jul 41 min read
Resources you may find helpful
Bray Performance Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNe0qSof9I0 Doug Mitchell Embracing 2.0: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qs-9vj9G...
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Mike
Jun 302 min read
Canada Gazette, Part I, Volume 158, Number 26: Canada Disability Benefit Regulations
Issues: The Government of Canada, under the framework of the Canada Disability Benefit Act, has committed to reduce poverty and support...
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Mike
Jun 301 min read
Canada Disability Benefit Update:
You are not alone in feeling dismay and frustration at the government's recent federal budget announcement, which allocates a maximum of...
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Mike
Jun 251 min read
WSO / ESO Joint Webinar
Join us for an insightful webinar organized jointly by the European Stroke Organization (ESO) and the World Stroke Organization (WSO) to...
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Mike
Jun 248 min read
The Voice: Brain Injury Speaks Newsletter
Issue No. 36 | June 2024 Communication Strategies After Brain Injury Dear Brain Injury Speaks Members, What are some things that come to...
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