Stroke rehabilitation at Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute
Inpatient rehabilitation:
612-863-4457
General information:
612-863-4317
This section covers:
Just for the caregiver of a stroke survivor: Each stroke survivor has different needs. Each caregiver must decide what type of care and how much care is needed.
Preparing to care for your loved one: As a caregiver you may need to learn new skills and change your role with the stroke survivor.
Tips for reducing stress: To take care of your loved one, you also need to take care of yourself.
How aphasia affects your loved one's speech and understanding: Just because the stroke survivor has problems using language, doesn't mean he or she can't think clearly.
Tips to help you and your loved one communicate: Aphasia means the stroke survivor has problems understanding language and speaking.
Sexual behavior and sexual activity: It is common for people with brain injuries to have a change in sexual behavior or sexual activity.