Topeka Stroke Survivor Group Foundation dba Stroke Connections started as the Topeka Stroke Survivor group.
Originally starting as a monthly support group for stroke survivors and their caregivers at Kansas Rehab, sharing stories, advice, and experiences together. The members then started scheduling social events that they could do together outside of support group.
Eventually it was decided to start a weekly coffee group and a monthly dinner.
In addition to helping families get settled in their new normal, a lot of stroke survivors struggle re-entering the community with their newfound disabilities/limitations. We, as a group, decided we wanted to help with that too. Providing support, sharing resources, and helping each other along the way.
This is when we created Stroke Connections as a non-Profit. We are a non-discrimination group who have fun together regardless of age, race, religion, orientation, or ability.
Our Community Goals
Educating our members and community on prevention of stroke.
Assisting survivors in continuing rehabilitation after discharge.
Educate caregivers for aftercare of their survivor
Provide Social activities for members and caregivers
Our Board members
Brenda Kelsey
Executive Director
Monique Vopat
Assistant Director
Jean Stous
Secretary
Tracey Goff
Treasurer
Steve Andersen
Advisor
Liz Anderson
Fundraising
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