Educate-Engage-Empower
June is Stroke Awareness Month, and we are hosting two virtual webinars on stroke recovery. Registration is free.
Every five minutes, someone in Canada has a stroke – that’s more than 100,000 strokes each year. It is a leading cause of disability across the country, and as Canada’s population ages, that number will continue to grow. March of Dimes Canada’s After Stroke program is here to provide stroke survivors and their families with hands-on support they need to live their best lives.
Join us for two inspiring Stroke Awareness Month webinars!
Caring for the Caregiver: Practical Tips and Real-Life Experience
Date: Thursday, June 12, 2025
Time:
9:30 – 10:30 am PT
10:30 – 11:30 am MT
11:30 am – 12:30 pm CT
12:30 – 1:30 pm ET
1:30 – 2:30 pm AT
2:00 – 3:00 pm NL
Join us for a special stroke awareness month panel presentation focused on caring for the caregiver with practical tips and shared real-life experience.
You’ll hear from Caregivers Nova Scotia as well as a panel comprised of caregivers to stroke survivors. Caregivers often dedicate themselves entirely to the well-being of others, but without proper self-care, they risk burnout, emotional exhaustion, and physical health issues. Prioritizing self-care is not a luxury — it’s a necessity that enables caregivers to maintain their own health, resilience, and emotional balance. By taking time to rest, seek support, and engage in activities that bring joy and relaxation, caregivers can sustain their ability to provide compassionate and effective care. Ultimately, caring for oneself is an essential part of caring for others.
Registration
Register at:
tinyurl.com/afterstroke-caregivers
Stroke Education and Self-Management: Why It Matters
Date: Monday, June 30, 2025
Time:
10:00 – 11:00 am PT
11:00 am – 12:00 pm MT
12:00 – 1:00 pm CT
1:00 – 2:00 pm ET
2:00 – 3:00 pm AT
2:30 – 3:30 pm NL
Join us for a special stroke awareness month panel presentation focused on the importance of stroke education and self-management. You’ll hear from a leading Canadian researcher, two individuals with lived experience of stroke, and staff from After Stroke, at MODC who will introduce an exciting new program launching in fall 2025.
Learn how taking part in a program like this can support your recovery, help you better understand stroke, reduce your risk of another stroke, and improve your overall health and well-being. It’s never too late to learn, grow, and reconnect with the activities that bring you purpose and joy.
Registration
Register at:
tinyurl.com/afterstroke-education
These sessions are for anyone affected by stroke – individuals, families, caregivers, community partners, and healthcare professionals.
The webinars will be held on Zoom and will be recorded. The sessions will have time at the end for a question-and-answer component.
We look forward to seeing you!
