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Young Stroke Survivors Webinars & Podcasts | Information & education Program

New Podcast and Webinar Series

We’ve hired a producer, who is a young stroke survivor, to research, prepare and produce podcasts and workshops/webinars for Young Stroke Survivors and Care Partners of Young Stroke Survivors. These are now available at the links below!

The Young Stroke Survivors of BC (YSSBC) is a community of people who are living life after stroke. Everyone’s experience with stroke is different. Together we learn, share and grow by supporting one another along the road to recovery.

If you are over 18 and identify as a young stroke survivor, you are welcome to join us.

Currently, we offer counsellor-facilitated group discussion sessions, Young Stroke Survivors LEAP (Learn, Engage and Achieve Potential) Support Program and webinars available on-demand.

If you’d like to hear about upcoming activities and new resources for young stroke survivors, contact us to be added to our email list.

Webinars Available on-Demand:

Navigating Mental Health Supports and Resources in BC: For Young Stroke Survivors

Navigating mental health resources and supports in community can be a challenging and daunting process. Please join Shainul Kassam, Information and Volunteer Services Coordinator with the Canadian Mental Health Association, BC Division, as she helps to demystify the process and helps to bring into awareness the resources that are available in both a community and provincial context. Please note that the information shared in this webinar is specific to BC residents.

Sexual Health and Intimacy After Stroke – Under the Covers

This webinar is for Young Stroke Survivors and Life Partners of Young Stroke Survivors

Please join Shea and Rachel, Sexual Health Clinicians, Blusson Spinal Cord Centre, as they present their webinar on Sexual Intimacy After Stroke. There will be an opportunity for a question-and-answer period following the presentation. This session is facilitated by Perry Cook, a Young Stroke Survivor and Podcast host.

Disability Insurance: Calling All Working Age Stroke Survivors

Do you have questions about your disability claim? Are you feeling pressured or confused by your company’s insurer? What are your rights and where can you go to find support? How can you best advocate for yourself in such a complex system?

Andrew Robb, Disability Lawyer for the Disability Association of British Columbia will provide a presentation and opportunity to help answer these very important questions and guide you through the process.

Navigating Systems: Understanding the Role of a Disability Advocate and Demystifying the Application Process for Canadian Pension Plan Disability Benefit

Have you ever wondered what a disability advocate does and what types of support they can provide? Do you have questions about your eligibility or application process to receive the Canadian Pension Plan Disability Benefit?

Sharareh Saremi, Disability Advocate, Disability Alliance BC will provide a presentation and opportunity to help answer these very important questions.

Stroke Recovery and the Benefits of the Pilates Method of Conditioning

As a Body Centered practitioner trusted by clients over 25 years, Karen Angelucci certified in the Pilates method of Exercise in 1995. Her own injuries and traumas opened the doors that guided her on the path to health recovery and her career. As a practitioner, she helps her clients move, feel and live healthy in their body so they can enjoy the activities they love now and at any age.

Your body needs to move to maintain your health and well-being. The Pilates method of exercise incorporates essential components of movement in your body such as breathing, strength, balance, coordination and so much more. This not only supports your ability for active daily living and fitness but has been used safely for decades for rehabilitation of injuries and regain functional control of your body after trauma.

After Stroke Podcast Series