Stroke: 

An Overview

A stroke is a brain injury that occurs because the brain’s blood supply is interrupted. 

Caregiving for someone with a stroke is challenging, as behavior, memory, communication, and physical capabilities can all be impacted by stroke. 

A stroke is a brain injury that occurs because the brain’s blood supply is interrupted. 

Caregiving for someone with a stroke is challenging, as behavior, memory, communication, and physical capabilities can all be impacted by stroke. 

Additional Resources

Caregiver Guide to Stroke

By the American Stroke Association

[PDF]

My stroke of insight

A Brain Scientist's Personal Journey

By Jill Bolte Taylor

[Book]

My Stroke of Insight

By Jill Bolte Taylor

[TED Talk]

Massachusetts general hospital

Patient and Family Resources