I was 61 years old when I had my stroke on December 2, 2011. I really had no idea what caused it or what kind of a journey I was in for afterward. Now, at age 68, I eventually got my finances and insurance needs in order. I was also able to get my "new" life in order, in many ways far better than before my stroke. In this book I discuss:* What is a stroke?* What kind of therapy should you expect?* What should you expect from Social Security disability?* What else should you do for finances and insurance?* Most importantly, how can you contribute to society and live again? 

Survive & Thrive! began with a bewildering event.

I was working at my desk on Monday morning, feeling fine. I stood up and suddenly discovered I was faint. In that moment, I entered a door of uncertainty unlike any I had ever known. Never would I have imagined that at fifty-nine years old, I would land in the hospital that day. I was fit, slim, active, outgoing, and positive-minded. What a surreal experience. Whether or not you feel healthy and fit, you may still be at risk for a stroke. So, sit back, relax, and read my shocking and true story. This book reveals how I learned to face my fears, deal with doubts, and recuperate from a serious brain injury. Additionally, you will learn how to care for yourself, a loved one, or friend on their journey to wellness. Hope is a strategy only if placed in the right source, namely a higher power.

Remember, worry never got anyone anywhere. I wrote this book to show how abruptly anyone can have a stroke despite looking fit and feeling fine. 

"Transformative...[Taylor's] experience...will shatter [your] own perception of the world."—ABC News

The astonishing New York Times bestseller that chronicles how a brain scientist's own stroke led to enlightenment

On December 10, 1996, Jill Bolte Taylor, a thirty-seven- year-old Harvard-trained brain scientist experienced a massive stroke in the left hemisphere of her brain. As she observed her mind deteriorate to the point that she could not walk, talk, read, write, or recall any of her life-all within four hours-Taylor alternated between the euphoria of the intuitive and kinesthetic right brain, in which she felt a sense of complete well-being and peace, and the logical, sequential left brain, which recognized she was having a stroke and enabled her to seek help before she was completely lost. It would take her eight years to fully recover. 

Readers are calling Hope After Stroke, "The Stroke Bible" a must-have book that should be in every hospital and rehab facility for stroke survivors and their cargivers. 

Now in its third edition, Stronger After Stroke puts the power of recovery in the reader's hands by providing simple-to-follow instructions for reaching the highest possible level of recovery. The book’s neuroplastic recovery model stresses repetition of task-specific practice, proper scheduling of practice, setting goals, and measuring progress to achieve optimal results. Researcher Peter G. Levine breaks down the science and gives survivors evidence-based tools to retrain the brain and take charge of recovery. 

In 2019, I faced a massive hemorrhagic stroke that felt like my world had crumbled. It seemed like my life was over, but little did I know that deep within me, a resilient warrior was waiting to emerge. My journey through recovery and discovery of this inner strength transformed my life in ways I never imagined. "Every Stroke Survivor has a Warrior Within" is the story of how I overcame adversity, found my inner courage, and redefined my life's purpose. It's a tale of resilience, hope, and the power of the human spirit. 

Identity Theft is an award-winning book that follows Stanford professor Debra Meyerson’s journey to recover from a severe stroke that initially left her physically incapacitated and unable to speak. In addition to providing realistic expectations for the hard work needed to regain everyday capabilities, Meyerson focuses on the less frequently documented emotional journey in recovery. Virtually every survivor is haunted by questions like: “Who am I now?” and “How do I rebuild a meaningful and rewarding life?” after losing so much of what they had before—capabilities, careers and jobs, relationships, and more. This is a book full of hope for survivors—from stroke or other injuries—as well as their families and support networks. 

Finding Yourself After Stroke is a world-first compilation, featuring the stories of 26 young stroke survivors, whose lives have been suddenly and unexpectedly impacted by stroke. 

Experience the searing pain that jolted through my right arm without warning, leaving me stunned and breathless. What was happening to my body? The journey of a stroke survivor goes beyond those initial moments; it's the relentless battle fought in the days, weeks, and months that ensue.

Within these pages, dive into the unfiltered reality of a stroke survivor's daily trials. Feel the intertwining of despair and hope, a delicate ballet of strength and vulnerability. Uncover the poignant messages for those grappling with high blood pressure and high cholesterol a compelling plea to collaborate closely with your physician to safeguard your future.

This book transcends mere words on paper; it stands as a testament to the unyielding human spirit, a guid- ing light of empowerment for those navigating the af- termath of a stroke. Embrace the journey, the resil- ience, and the profound strength within. 

Stroke recovery begins at home with this revolutionary caregiver guide to home-based rehabilitation.

Recovery after a stroke is an overwhelming and uncertain time. The journey to recovery doesn’t end when patients leave inpatient rehabilitation care; it’s just beginning. But where to start with a recovery program at home? How can loved ones caring for stroke victims start to build effective home-based rehabilitation? For caregivers, this new guide is a pathway to confident, proactive rehabilitation management, dramatically improving the recovery process for stroke survivors.

Dr. Kenneth Monaghan has been guiding caregivers and patients for over 32 years through stroke recovery. As a leading expert in stroke rehabilitation, Dr. Monaghan presents a compassionate guide specifically for caregivers of stroke victims. His revolutionary approach not only educates about the brain’s amazing capacity for recovery through neuroplasticity but also provides step-by-step guidance for implementing successful home therapy. 

You’ve been working on healing your brain since day one of rehab. But when results start to slow down or you start to feel stuck, then you may have overlooked an equally important part of recovery: Happiness.By harnessing the power of positive psychology, you can boost self-esteem, overcome depression, break through plateaus, and find the motivation to achieve an amazing recovery.This inspiring self-help guide, complete with practical exercises and essential habits, provides a much needed pep-talk for every stroke survivor on their road to recovery. Based on scientific evidence, stories from stroke survivors, and years of self-help research, Healing and Happiness after Stroke has everything you need to get back on your feet and become a stronger version of yourself.