However long you’ve been living with stroke, our Online Community is here to support you day and night. You can talk about things that are important to you, share your tips, ask questions and learn how other people are managing their recoveries.
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I joined this Forum quite few months after I left hospital. I have found it a good place to be when the whole experience was confusing, frightening and depressing. I’m pretty much through all that but there are still challenges. This can feel to be a very lonely world but there is company, a listening ear, friendship, encouragement and so much more to be had on this Forum. It is an important part of my life now.
Thanks Matthew,
I’ve had a stroke, as you know. I’m pretty much who I was before and after it all. The only difference is that I lost the use of my right side, my dominant side.
I will write more later but I have a date with my wife in front of the television.
If you check out the blog area of the site you’ll find a couple of pieces I wrote that give a little of my background, this week there should be another published there.
Thanks Simon , i ve played in Scotland a few times i bet its cold there now, I’ve been to thegym today try different exercises trying to wake up lower leg and get some muscle back .
Hi @Rosebay202 I just popped in to welcome you to the forum and hope to see you around
I love the gym as there are so many ways and variations to challenge and wake up those dormant muscles. I had a lot of muscle atrophy after my stroke, 3yrs ago now, but I looking a lot less like someone out of a prisoner of war camp these
I know what you mean about how you look ,in my heyday i ran lots of marathons and triathlons to be fair the consultant said it stood me in a good position to try and get fitter.
I was more an outdoor person, cycling, swimming, that sort of thing. But I’m finding the gym is a safer option for me as balance is still slightly off. I’ve already had one hip replacement and broken ankle in the past, so I like to ere on the side of caution now since the stroke
Good afternnon to you all, i had my stroke jan 2020. I have become a help for you volunteer with the stroke association which i and the people i speak to that have also had a stroke find it very helpful sharing and speaking to someone that has also had a stroke.
Hello, I am feeling my way around this site at the moment. It has taken me 3 months to get this far. I had my stroke 5 years ago.After 4 weeks in various hospitals I was discharged on the eve of the first lockdown and really appreciate the opportunity to communicate with others sharing similar experiences.Pam
Hello @halfbackmutt - Welcome to the community.
Take your time - it will all fall into place
I am sure there will be plenty of help available - just ask and someone will come back with a response.
There are indeed online meetings and other ways to communicate with members of the community.
There are no time limits and no obligations.
Just work at your own pace.
I believe @Pamp is doing quite well on this forum now and I am sure she will be able to offer guidance and support.
As for meetings, we have @Bobbi and others who are very knowledgeable and active in this area.
If you are looking for online meetings you can find more information on our webpage for support groups.
We also run Online Activities which may be of interest to you. We offer a wide range of virtual sessions you can choose from. You can learn about the effects of stroke, share experiences, take part in exercise groups and social quizzes.
If you need any help whilst you’re using the Online Community, you may find our ‘how to’ guides helpful, you can also tag me, using the @ symbol and my username if you need any assistance.
