Resources
- American Stroke Association: (800) AHA-USA1
- National Stroke Association: (800) STROKES
- American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation: (312) 464-9700
- American Diabetic Association / National Center for Nutrition & Dietetics: (800) 877-1600
- American Heart Association: (800) AHA-USA1
- American Occupational Therapy Association: (301) 652-2682
- American Physical Therapy Association: (800) 999-2782
- Family Care Giver Alliance: (800) 445-8106
- Independent Living Research Utilization: (713) 520-0232
- MedlinePlus
- National Aphasia Association: (800) 922-4622
- National Council on Disability: (202) 272-2004
- National Family Care Givers Association: (800) 896-3650
- National Institute of Neurological Disorders & Stroke: (800) 352-9424
- Palliative Care
Books / Literature Suggestions
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The Stroke Recovery Book, A guide for patients and families
Burkman, Kip, MD (1998) Omaha, Nebraska: Addicus Books, Inc. -
My Stroke of Insight, A brain scientist’s personal journey
Taylor, Jill Bolte, Ph.D. (2006) New York, New York: Penguin Group -
Taking Charge of Your Stroke Recovery: A personal recovery workbook
Maxwell, Roger (2008) New York, New York: Taking Charge Books, Inc.