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PDF Support Resources
Patient Guide for adapting to life following a stroke
Supporting Your Partner after they suffer a stroke
Guidance to assist Caregivers provide Patient Support while also protecting their own well-being
Summary of Driven: A Post Stroke Journey
Staff Education Discussion Guide to deepen understanding stroke recovery
Educator Handout illustrating patient experience across acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient therapy, and long-term community reintegration
Stroke Information Links
Here are recommended patient-focused resource links for stroke survivors, caregivers, and families. These cover education, recovery support, community groups, and rehabilitation information from trusted Canadian and evidence-based sources:
Stroke Education & Best Practice Information
- Canadian Stroke Best Practices – Patient & Caregiver Resources — Practical information and tools designed specifically for people living with stroke and their families. Canadian Stroke Best Practices – Patient & Caregiver Resources
- Stroke Engine – Resources for Patients & Families — Evidence-based information on stroke recovery, interventions, and strategies for living well after stroke. strokengine.ca
National Support & Education
- Heart & Stroke Foundation – Recovery & Support — Tips on managing post-stroke recovery, healthy living, caregiver support, and community connection. Heart & Stroke Foundation – Recovery & Support
- Heart & Stroke Community of Survivors & Care Supporters — Online community spaces to connect with others who share stroke experiences. Heart and Stroke
Peer & Community Support (Canada)
- March of Dimes Canada – After Stroke Peer Support Network — Directory of peer support groups and connections for stroke survivors and caregivers. March of Dimes Canada – After Stroke Support Groups
Regional Stroke Network Resources (Ontario)
- Stroke Network of Southeastern Ontario – Patient Education — Stroke journey map, videos, and a stroke information package tailored for survivors and families. Stroke Network of Southeastern Ontario – Patient Education Resources
- Stroke Network of Southeastern Ontario – Community Support Listings — Links to exercise, emotional well-being, and community programs for survivors and caregivers. strokenetworkseo.ca
- Toronto Stroke Networks – Community Resources After Stroke — Local stroke support, caregiver guides, caregiver support tools, and service directories. Toronto Stroke Networks – Community Support Resources
Tools & Guides You Can Use
- Post-Stroke Checklists and Self-Management Tools — Available from Heart & Stroke and other stroke resource collections (e.g., downloadable checklists and task-specific guides). Central East Stroke Network
Tip for use: Many regional stroke networks maintain local directories with contact information for support groups, rehabilitation services, exercise classes, and community programs—ask your care team or search a health line service in your area. tostroke.com
Driven: A Post Stroke Journey 