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Welcome to our stroke survivor advocacy support blog! We are here to provide safe and supportive space for stroke survivors and their loved ones. Our hope is to raise awareness about stroke and provide resources and support to those affected by it. Join our community and let's this journey together.
Mike
1 day ago3 min read
Health Care Coverage may not be there when you need it
Before starting to read the below story, I ask that everyone position themselves to catch your jaws in case they drop. In 2010 while...
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Mike
1 day ago1 min read
Guarantee the CDB !
Dear Advocates, People with disabilities in Canada have been waiting for the Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) for far too long. With 1.6...
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Mike
Jan 21 min read
David Lepovsky - 45 Years of Advocacy; sill going strong
Read / listen to article here
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Mike
Dec 28, 20241 min read
Holiday Grief Support
Free Online Gatherings to Help Cope with Grief During the Holidays With David Kessler https://www.davidkesslertraining.com/holiday-suppor...
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Mike
Dec 20, 20241 min read
To File an online complaint with the Human Rights Tribunal, Ontario.
Use this link - https://tribunalsontario.ca/hrto/form-instructions/
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Mike
Dec 15, 20243 min read
Our Journey to make a difference
When Ron Redamm and I formed the Stroke Survivors Advocacy Group of Canada in 2020 I did not believe the powerhouse of people I would...
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Mike
Dec 13, 20242 min read
Celebrating Christmas with a Stroke Survivor
Celebrating Christmas with a stroke survivor requires thoughtful planning to ensure the experience is joyful, comfortable, and...
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Mike
Dec 11, 20241 min read
It’s time for national standards for safe long-term care, says Health Coalition
The federal government must introduce its long promised legislation to protect residents in long-term care. The government has been...
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Mike
Dec 11, 20241 min read
Long Term Chronic Stroke/Cardiac rehabilitation.
The SSAGC members continue to work and support stroke survivors in their long term chronic stroke rehabilitation. After the Provincial ...
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Mike
Dec 10, 20243 min read
Why Advocating for Stroke Survivor Benefits is Crucial - Help us Help Survivors
Stroke is a sudden and life-altering event that impacts millions of people worldwide. While medical advancements have significantly...
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Mike
Dec 6, 20242 min read
Good news just in time for the holidays.
John Richmond - Stroke Survivor In a time of great darkness and change, my happy place is my peer support group and this month we have...
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Mike
Dec 3, 20241 min read
Beware - Scammers are Everywhere
Today, I got a call on my cell from with a Caller-ID of someone in Lethbridge, Alberta. I recall getting a similar call last week, but...
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Mike
Nov 30, 20241 min read
Nov 25 2024 AODA Alliance Queen’s Park Community Public Hearings on Disability Accessibility
As noted in the video, Ontario will miss the deadline of January 1, 2025 to comply with the AODA Legislation and create a barrier free...
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Mike
Oct 22, 20241 min read
Attention Young Adults Who Have Experienced a Stroke
Are you a young adult who has experienced a stroke between the ages of 18 to 50 years old? You are invited to participate in this...
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Mike
Oct 21, 20241 min read
Aging Well Together Information & Active Living Fair
Thursday, November 7 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex 1867 Valley Farm Road Register early and reserve...
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Mike
Oct 18, 20241 min read
Health plan cancelled after disabling stroke
After being on long-term disability for two years and still attempting to recover from a stroke, my employer health plan was...
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Mike
Oct 16, 20241 min read
World Stroke Day - October 29th
World Stroke Day is observed on October 29 to underscore the serious nature and high rates of stroke, raise awareness of the prevention...
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Mike
Aug 26, 20241 min read
Sunny Kakaiya shares his inspiring stroke recovery journey
Sunny Kakaiya shares his inspiring stroke recovery journey, from high blood pressure to transformation, resilience, and regained...
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Mike
Aug 26, 20242 min read
No CDB clawbacks
I’m writing to you about an urgent petition from Leadnow member Patrick, who is calling on Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland and...
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