Local Stroke Patient Resources
American Stroke Foundation (ASF)
https://americanstroke.org/
Next Step Program is a wellness program to help you continue to improve and regain independence in daily living skills, while providing a place to socialize and work with others who know and understand life after a stroke.
Meets in person at a location of your choice: Kansas City North Community Center, Longview Community Center (Lee’s Summit) or Powell Community Center (Mission).
Stroke Education Series for ASF is a monthly education series about various topics for Stroke Survivors
Virtual sessions via Zoom
Free of cost and no registration required!
Topics will be updated throughout the year.
Online Resources from American Stroke Foundation
YouTube Website
Search for “American Stroke Foundation: Next Step” on YouTube.com or click here
Playlists available on:
Local Resources
Words to Live By- From ASF Stroke Survivors
Brain Games and More!
Wellness
Caregiver Resources
Stroke Education Series recordings
Life Skills
Exercise
Featured Resources on ASF Website:
Resources, tips, and stories of survival + video links
Click here to access these resources
Turning Point
FREE Courses available on Emotions, Sleep, Positivity, Hope/Optimism, Support Group for Supporters, Mindfulness, Yoga, Support groups for survivors and Caregivers.
Click here to view current courses available.
To register for courses, call 913-574-0900 or email turningpoint@kumc.edu (48 hours in advance)
About Turning Point
Turning Point empowers and transforms the body, mind and spirit of individuals living with a serious or chronic physical illness and their loved ones. We provide innovative, educational services and tools to inspire people to take charge of their illness and live their life to the fullest.
Stroke-Specific Virtual Group Meetings through Turning Point
Reading and Conversation Group is for adults with neurological communication impairments interested in improving and maintaining communication skills. This group meets weekly at various times of the year.
Aphasia Group is for persons with aphasia interested in improving and maintaining their communication skills. Individuals with other neurological communication impairments are also welcome. This group meets weekly at various times of the year.
Ataxia Group is designed for individuals with Ataxia/SCA. The LOUD Crowd provides ongoing vocal practice, accountability, support and encouragement.
For questions on either of these groups, email Laura Melo at lmelo@kumc.edu or call 913-588-5937
JaySTART Clinic
KU Medical Center's Student Teaching and Rehabilitation Training – or JaySTART – Clinic provides free occupational therapy, physical therapy and speech-language services to the Kansas City community.
The mission of the JaySTART Clinic is to address the barriers to health care access in the Kansas City area by providing physical therapy and occupational therapy services to meet the needs of underserved patient populations.
Students in training, under the direct supervision of licensed physical therapists, occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists, provide rehabilitation services to patients. Interpreter services are available. Click here for more information
American Heart / Stroke Association (AHA)
Rehabilitation Headquarters YouTube Site
300+ Exercise Videos made by Dr. Tara Tobias, Physical Therapist
With 15+ years of experience, Tara has practiced in every setting including acute care, inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient centers that specialize in a variety of neurologic and balance conditions. Along with this, she has also completed numerous post-graduate courses focusing on the study of neuroplasticity (how the brain learns new skills and forms new connections), motor recovery, and the treatment of balance disorders. https://youtube.com/@rehabhqofficial
Stroke Support Group
The Stroke Survivor and Caregiver Support Group was started in 2022 at the University of Kansas Health System. This group is led by Stroke Outreach Coordinator RN, Sarah Langston, and Dr. Dipika Aggarwal, Neurologist and Stroke Survivor. Meetings are held the third Wednesday of the month and are available both in person and on Zoom.
