Introduction

Stroke survivors have a wide range of needs, as they recover. They may need medical treatment, therapy, assistive devices, home healthcare, or even a temporary stay in a nursing home. Sometimes, the cost of treatment, devices, medical care, and other forms of support/rehabilitation is prohibitive. Some families cannot afford the extra expenses. This section contains advice on how to obtain the needed funding to support the recovery or rehabilitation of survivors. Also, in this section, there is contact information for resources which are available to help with these expenses.