Stroke Awareness Oregon

This World Stroke Day, Stroke Awareness Oregon is here to remind you: recognizing the signs of a stroke can save lives. 🧠 BEFAST—watch for sudden changes in Balance, Eyesight, Face drooping, Arm weakness, or Speech. When these signs appear, it’s Time to call 911 immediately. Every second counts, and getting help fast can make all the difference for stroke survivors and their families. ⏳ Join us in our mission to educate, support, and save lives! 💚 #BEFAST #WorldStrokeDay #strokeawarenessoregon

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hi to our team at the Connect Central Oregon Volunteer and Board Fair! We’re so grateful for your time and support. If you’re interested in getting involved, there’s always a place for you in our community! ✨ #ConnectCentralOregon #strokerecovery #centraloregon

🧠 Want to learn how the brain adapts, heals, and learns—especially after a stroke? Check out David Seck PT, DPT’s latest article, “How to Apply the Principles of Neuroplasticity.” Neuroplasticity plays a crucial role in stroke recovery, as it allows the brain to form new neural connections, adapt to changes, and compensate for lost functions. This means that with the right experiences and stimuli, the brain can reorganize itself and regain skills impacted by a stroke. Discover how neuroplasticity can be harnessed to support recovery and lifelong learning. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4edUqnr #Neuroplasticity #StrokeRecovery #BrainHealth #Healing #CognitiveGrowth

Every four minutes, someone’s life changes forever due to a stroke.⏰ For families, it’s not just a medical emergency — it’s a moment that fractures the life they knew. At Stroke Awareness Oregon, we are driven by the urgency to prevent these tragedies and to stand beside survivors as they rebuild. We offer critical education that saves lives by teaching people to spot the signs of a stroke in time to act. For those affected, we provide a lifeline of support, resources, and hope, so no one has to walk the road to recovery alone.🧠 Our mission is deeply personal because we’ve seen the heartbreak, the fear, and the strength it takes to face life after a stroke. But with awareness, we can change outcomes. Join us in spreading the knowledge that can save a life and help restore hope to thousands of families.💚 #stroke #strokeprevention #strokerecovery #bendoregon #strokesupport

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day At Stroke Awareness Oregon, we know that surviving a stroke can come with overwhelming physical and emotional challenges. Mental health is just as important as physical recovery, and no one should face it alone. If you or a loved one is struggling with thoughts of hopelessness, reach out for help. Talking about it can make a world of difference. We are here to support you, every step of the way. 💚 Call or text 988 for immediate help. #WorldSuicidePreventionDay #MentalHealthAwareness #StrokeAwareness #YouAreNotAlone

Stroke Awareness Oregon (SAO) is proud to announce a new partnership with Central Oregon Community College (COCC) to offer “Stroke 101: Awareness & Prevention” as a community education course. 📚✨ This collaboration aims to enhance community awareness and education on stroke prevention, identification, and response, making life-saving knowledge more accessible to Central Oregon residents. Visit the link below for the full press release. 🖇️ https://lnkd.in/g6tVnZQm

At Stroke Awareness Oregon, our mission is driven by the passion, dedication, and hard work of our incredible volunteers. We are dedicating the month to shining a spotlight on the remarkable individuals who make our work possible. ✨ Our volunteers are the heart and soul of everything we do. From organizing events and raising awareness to supporting stroke survivors and their families, SAO volunteer contributions have a profound impact on the lives of many in our community. We’re continuously inspired by the stories of our volunteers—stories of compassion, resilience, and a shared commitment to improving stroke awareness and care. Their willingness to give their time and energy is what fuels our progress and helps us reach more people in need.🫶

September Support Group Meetings Reminders ✨ Be sure to mark your calendars and prioritize community connection this month. We hope you will join us this September for support group meetings. 🗓️ For our regulars - We encourage you to share SAO support groups with friends, family, fellow stroke warriors, and caregivers/care-partners.💛

Happy Labor Day! Today we celebrate those who work and those who protect workers’ rights. With each day we make progress towards a more accessible workplace for everyone.💚

You’re looking at a group of medical professionals, stroke warriors, business owners, entrepreneurs, community leaders, and passionate volunteers. 💚 …or in other words, the Stroke Awareness Oregon Board of Directors. We are so fortunate to have this group of dedicated individuals hard at work for Stroke Awareness Oregon.