This week we offer a Beyond Stillness Community Special spotlighting the Parenting with Aphasia Group led by Lauren Schwabish of Neuro Speech Services.  The Parenting with Aphasia Group meets virtually once a month, inviting parents with kids of all ages to join together in a safe, non-judgmental space to share experiences, receive positive peer support, and learn more about how other parents are navigating the highs and lows of modern-day parenting when aphasia is along for the ride.  In this special, the Parenting with Aphasia Group offers insights on their challenges and joys as p ..read more

This week we offer a Beyond Stillness Community Special spotlighting the Parenting with Aphasia Group led by Lauren Schwabish of Neuro Speech Services.  The Parenting with Aphasia Group meets virtually once a month, inviting parents with kids of all ages to join together in a safe, non-judgmental space to share experiences, receive positive peer support, and learn more about how other parents are navigating the highs and lows of modern-day parenting when aphasia is along for the ride.  In this special, the Parenting with Aphasia Group offers insights on their challenges and joys as p ..read more

This week on Beyond Stillness: Stories After Stroke - We spotlight guest John DeBell of Portland, OR.  In June of 2019, John suffered a stroke during his coronary triple bypass surgery.  Before his stroke, John didn’t participate in many social activities but has found his stroke survivor support groups to be informative, motivating, and enlightening.  Today, John shares his story entitled, “Strength in Community ..read more

This week on Beyond Stillness: Stories After Stroke - We spotlight guest John DeBell of Portland, OR.  In June of 2019, John suffered a stroke during his coronary triple bypass surgery.  Before his stroke, John didn’t participate in many social activities but has found his stroke survivor support groups to be informative, motivating, and enlightening.  Today, John shares his story entitled, “Strength in Community ..read more

This week on Beyond Stillness: Stories After Stroke - We spotlight guest Ricardo Coleman, from Chicago, IL.  He grew up as a middle child and enjoys listening to others and observing.  On October 10, 2018, Ricardo suffered a massive stroke. Doctors opened his skull and left him on the operating table for almost an hour while the swelling decreased.  Now, Ricardo shares observations of his own recovery in his story entitled, “After My Stroke, I Believe Anything is Possible ..read more

This week on Beyond Stillness: Stories After Stroke - We spotlight guest Ricardo Coleman, from Chicago, IL.  He grew up as a middle child and enjoys listening to others and observing.  On October 10, 2018, Ricardo suffered a massive stroke. Doctors opened his skull and left him on the operating table for almost an hour while the swelling decreased.  Now, Ricardo shares observations of his own recovery in his story entitled, “After My Stroke, I Believe Anything is Possible ..read more

This week on Beyond Stillness: Stories After Stroke - We spotlight guest Lou Roselli, from Redwood City, CA.  Lou suffered a stroke in 2021.  In his story, Lou shares specific strategies he now employs to try to brighten his outlook on life.  His story is entitled, “Lou, you do look like yourself ..read more

This week on Beyond Stillness: Stories After Stroke - We spotlight guest Julie Kitamura from Santa Cruz, CA.  Julie shares how friends, acquaintances, groups, and programs have helped her progress.  She also offers a story about an unlikely comment from an unlikely friend who shifted her perspective on the circumstance.  Her story is entitled, “What I’ve Learned ..read more

This week on Beyond Stillness: Stories After Stroke - We spotlight Elene Sheets from Corvallis, OR.  Elene suffered a stroke in February of 2019.  She shares ways she learned to surrender control while still dedicating herself to recovery.  She also highlights the important roles her family members assumed in the process.  Elene’s story is entitled, “My Only Option, Surrender ..read more

This week on Beyond Stillness: Stories After Stroke - We spotlight Kristi Haas from Watsonville, CA.   Kristi shares how she developed motivation to dig deep even in times she struggled to believe in herself.  Kristi stresses that there is always a way forward.  She also shares a newfound purpose in her life.  Her story is entitled, “Treat Yourself As You Would Treat Someone You Love ..read more