Program areas at Stroke Comeback Center
Facilitated communication and cognitive support classes and individual mentoring sessions for Stroke and brain trauma survivors, helping them to re-engage in their communities as fully functioning, independent individuals. Provided training on use of technology to maximize independence as well as to access our virtual programs. These services are provided regardless of an individual's ability to pay. Serving approximately 130 survivors each session for an aggregate of over 200 survivors served this year. Programs were offered at our vienna, rockville and virtual centers.
Stay in touch program was initiated in march 2020 in response to the covid-19 pandemic. We have continued this program to provide support to Stroke and brain trauma survivors and their families to help them achieve and maintain mental and emotional wellness. We offer 2 to 3 free virtual groups each week that are open to all members and families, regardless of communication or physical ability. These virtual groups include a rotating schedule of topics, including discussion groups, social events, and educational presentations. They have proven to be a consistent avenue for providing emotional support and connection to friends and peers, as many of our program participants are socially isolated as a consequence of their Stroke or brain trauma.
Introduced our thrive program of affordable fitness, yoga, art, and music therapy classes to complement communication and cognitive programs. These unique classes are designed to help Stroke and brain trauma survivors live full and active lives. All thrive classes are offered virtually, with the exception of thrive art, which is offered at our vienna Center.
Caring connection is a semi-monthly support group that addresses the needs of family members and caregivers in our community. Our mission is to serve the entire family, and this program offers additional networking and support beyond the survivor. Anyone who cares for or cares about Stroke or brain trauma survivors in our community is welcome to attend. Meetings are facilitated by expert family caregivers. All time and materials are donated.