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Generation S is an informal, interactive, information zone where we invite you to look around, drop us a line and share your stories. Stop back often ... because we're a work in progress. Young stroke survivors, caregivers, medical personnel ... you're all welcome here!


Q: Want heart-friendly recipes?

A: Check out our CAREGIVER'S CORNER.

Q:Want to see which hopitals were ranked in the top 25 when it comes to stroke care?

A:See our HOT TOPICS!

Q:Wondering where to meet other young stroke survivors?

A:Introduce yourself on our MESSAGE BOARD or sign up for an E-buddy!


Sites to buzz by:

DIFFERENT STROKES

FORD MOBILITY-$1,000 CREDIT FOR ADAPTIVE DRIVING

STROKE INFORMATION DIRECTORY

STROKE SAFE

COLLEEN'S STORY

ABILITY ART - WORK OF A YOUNG STROKE SURVIVOR

YOUNG ENTHUSIASTIC STROKE SURVIVORS

STROKE INFORMATION NETWORK

NATIONAL APHASIA ASSOCIATION

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We've scoured the internet and found the best of the web!

Just click on the underlined title to be taken to the site!

ADAPTIVE DEVICES

Ford Mobility Motoring site Learn about a $1,000 credit for adaptive devices on any Ford vehicle.
Dialogue VCO Phone Allows you to talk and read the other person's response.
Big Keys Keyboard
SAM Joystick A simple mouse alternative.
Environmental Control Unit

APHASIA

Let's Talk Computer Program This program has helped over 50,000 non-verbal people nationwide. Try a FREE demo here.
Aphasia Mailing List Sign up and share experiences, questions and knowledge on aphasia.
Parrot Software Software designed specifically for aphasia sufferers.
Speech Language Pathologsts Resource Geared more towards speech professionals, but also includes useful tools such as live chat and message boards.
Aphasia Hope Foundation
National Aphasia Organization
Sights N' Sound Software Speech therapy software that helps to improve articulation and retrieval.
Aphasia in plain speak.

Call for a free aphasia information pack @ 1-800-922-4622

ARTERIOVENOUS MALFORMATION

Aneurysm & AVM Support
NINDS AVM Information Page
HBO Six Feet Under Watch as a major character deals with the discovery that he has AVM.

COMMUNITITES

Our Online Forum Come on in and post questions, share pics and get to know each other better!
Stroke Help
Stroke Family
Stroke Information Directory An invaluable resource of stroke news, research and links. Check out their FACT SHEETS!
Stroke Condition Forum Useful stroke library including a "What to Ask Your Doctor" section.
Stroke Survivors International Join an online community of support.
Healthology Watch videos (or read transcripts) on all aspects of stroke treatment and recovery.
Different Strokes A young stroke survivor site based in the UK.

CONSTRAINT INDUCED THERAPY

Stroke Information Directory Find links to numerous news articles and trial results arranged by topic (ex: upper-limb rehabilitation).
Pediatric Constraint Induced Therapy
CNN article Watch a video on the use of this therapy.
Gaylord Hospital Offers constraint induced therapy with success in folks under the age of 40.
Facility Finder Find a facility that specializes in CIMT here!

DEALING WITH disABILITIES

Americans with Disabilities Act
Disability Grapevine Online daily newspaper.
America's Athletes with Disabilities
Invisible disabilities Perfect for those of you who have heard, "Yoj don't look sick" one too many times.
i can online An incredibly positive comprehensive site. Check out the independence and issues and rights pages.
MossRehab Resource find info on accessible travel options and discover the facts and myths of the ADA.
Practical Tips for Dressing Written from the perspective of a survivor.

DEALING WITH INSURANCE COMPANIES

How I Fought My HMO And Won.
Help with appealing your denial.
Patient Advocate A non-profit organization who acts as an active liason between patients and their insurers.
Claim Denial Sample Letters

FACILITY FINDERS

Stroke Information Directory The most comprehensive list of facilites out there divided into regions for easy referral.

MEDICATION INFO AND DRUG INTERACTION

Drugs.com Detiled info. on medication and useful drug interaction guide.

NEUROLOGY INFORMATION

Neurology Channel

PEDIATRIC STROKE

Pediatric Stroke Network
Mayer Johson Products Includes communication devices, training aids and discontinued products at deep discounts.
Children's Hemiplegia and Stroke Association
American Heart Organization Children's Page Everyday Warriors
Ability Online Awesome site that connects special needs kids for friendship and support.
Lap Publishing
Pediatric Contraint Induced Therapy
Pediatric Stroke Network Teen Site This page has links to information on teenages who are coping with childhood stroke.
Invention Connection Read about 7 year old Jacob (stroke survivor) who invented a bat that holds balls for kids!

REHABILITATION

Best Priced Products Provider of physical therapy and occupational therapy products such as stregthening bands and theraputty.
I beat the stroke! Check out this unique fitness approach that matches stroke survivors together for physical training!
Harlan Stockman's "You're kidding" Stroke Page Check out the balance board and hand exercises that he constructed!

RETURNING TO WORK

Article in Business Week
ABC News Read about Nightline's senior producer Richard Harris and his return to work.
Personal Story Read about a physical trainer and his triumphant return to work.
Another Personal Story Margo Johnson discusses coming back from a stroke.

STROKE RESEARCH & LATEST NEWS

BioSpace News Great resource for latest research, news and drug information.
Stroke Information Directory An invaluable collection of news, research and links. Be sure to check out the FACT SHEETS!

STROKE SURVIVOR PERSONAL SITES AND STORIES

Stroke Of Luck Author Dr. Rocket Learn more about the author and participate in online discussions of the book.
Young Enthusiastic Stroke Survivors Check out this site of a young survivor group in San Diego.
Bill McMurray's Personal Site
Stroke Survivors Page Started by a young stroke survivor.
E.B. Jelk tells his story.
Lou Albert's Page See how he dealt with aphasia.
David Dow Meet this remarkable young artist.
Christopher Mitchell's Page He suffered a stroke after heart surgery.
Colleen's Story

VISUAL DEFICITS

NORA: Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association Find a neuro optometrist or neuro opthamalogist near you.
College of Syntonic Optometry
Light Therapy
Vision Therapy Specialists Find a doc near you!
Gottleib Visual Defecit Press on Prism
NovaVision Institute
Home Vision Therapy
Visual Field Tester Downlaod visual field tests and exercises here.


 
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