New resource to help First Nations communities thrive after stroke

To mark National Stroke Week (Aug 2 - 8) the Stroke Foundation just launched 'Our Stroke Journey', a booklet specially designed to help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people live well after stroke.

Luke Hays at the WA launch. In the audience, there are 3 members of the Kickett family whose stories feature in the resource. Source: Stroke Foundation

Ms Jude Czerenkowski, Stroke Foundation National Manager StrokeConnect explains how this resource represents a big step forward in ensuring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people get the information and support they need after stroke.

“Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are twice as likely to be hospitalised with stroke than nonindigenous Australians,” Ms Czerenkowski says.

Victoria launch - Eammon O’Toole, Sharon McGowan, Sheena Watt MP for Northern Melbourne, and ED Stroke Services Lisa Murphy. Sheena is in the booklet. Source: Stroke Foundation

Our Stroke Journey has been developed with survivors of stroke and their families, health professionals, researchers and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations.

“Most people don’t know much about stroke. Everyone needs access to evidence-based, easy-to understand information after a stroke.”

Our Stroke Journey is available on the Stroke Foundation's website to download for free.