Stroke Survivors and
Caregivers Support Groups
Caregivers Support Groups
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PSA Support Groups offer a way for stroke survivors and their caregivers
to meet others with similar challenges and experiences, to enjoy
mutual support, and to share ideas and friendship. The groups are free
and are open to the community. See below for a complete listing.
Some of the groups have guest speakers that provide information on
stroke recovery, rehabilitation, and prevention of recurrent stroke.
PSA 11 support groups meet once a month in the following cities in
San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties in California: 2 groups in Palo
Alto, 2 groups in Los Gatos, 1 group in Mountain View, 1 group in
Redwood City, 1 group in San Mateo, and 2 groups in San Jose.
To see PSA's most current newsletter click here. If you would like to
receive a monthly reminder about the meetings, please send us your
email address (support@psastroke.org) and write "Support Group
Reminder" in the subject line, or enter your email address below:
to meet others with similar challenges and experiences, to enjoy
mutual support, and to share ideas and friendship. The groups are free
and are open to the community. See below for a complete listing.
Some of the groups have guest speakers that provide information on
stroke recovery, rehabilitation, and prevention of recurrent stroke.
PSA 11 support groups meet once a month in the following cities in
San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties in California: 2 groups in Palo
Alto, 2 groups in Los Gatos, 1 group in Mountain View, 1 group in
Redwood City, 1 group in San Mateo, and 2 groups in San Jose.
To see PSA's most current newsletter click here. If you would like to
receive a monthly reminder about the meetings, please send us your
email address (support@psastroke.org) and write "Support Group
Reminder" in the subject line, or enter your email address below:
Meets on the third Wednesday of every month from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Palo Alto
Veterans Hospital, Building 101 Auditorium, 3801 Miranda Ave., Palo Alto.
From 5:00 p.m. to 6 p.m. the group has a guest speaker. At 6:00 p.m. the group splits in
two: stroke survivors and caregivers. This is a time for discussion and sharing of
experiences.
Veterans Hospital, Building 101 Auditorium, 3801 Miranda Ave., Palo Alto.
From 5:00 p.m. to 6 p.m. the group has a guest speaker. At 6:00 p.m. the group splits in
two: stroke survivors and caregivers. This is a time for discussion and sharing of
experiences.
| June 18 Video "Brain Fitness Program" PBS |
Facilitators: Beth Pittman, Physical Therapist; Jack Bradley, Caregiver
| Stanford Stroke Group |
Meets every six weeks on Thursdays from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Stanford
Hospital, North Cafeteria room on the first floor of the main hospital, 300 Pasteur Drive,
Palo Alto. Refreshments provided.
Speakers from the Stanford community educate stroke survivors and caregivers on stroke
recovery, rehabilitation, and prevention of recurrent strokes. This group also provides
resources to assist with adjusting to losses and disability due to stroke.
Hospital, North Cafeteria room on the first floor of the main hospital, 300 Pasteur Drive,
Palo Alto. Refreshments provided.
Speakers from the Stanford community educate stroke survivors and caregivers on stroke
recovery, rehabilitation, and prevention of recurrent strokes. This group also provides
resources to assist with adjusting to losses and disability due to stroke.
May 29 "Spasticity Management After Stroke" with Lawrence Huang,
M.D., Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Stanford Hospital and Clinics
M.D., Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Stanford Hospital and Clinics
July 10 "Awareness of Deficits in Stroke Rehabilitation: Recognizing
and Adjusting to Changes Following a Stroke" with Simon Tan,
PsyD, Staff Neuropsychologist Stanford Hospital and Clinics
and Adjusting to Changes Following a Stroke" with Simon Tan,
PsyD, Staff Neuropsychologist Stanford Hospital and Clinics
Facilitators: Barbara Nevins, OTR, CCM; Pamela Triano, PT, NCS
Stroke Survivors and Caregivers Stroke Support Group
Meets on the second Tuesday of every month from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the
Community Hospital of Los Gatos, Rehabilitation Center - Conference Room, 355
Dardanelli Lane, Los Gatos.
This group offers an opportunity for stroke survivors and caregivers to share experiences
and learn from each other.
July 8, August 12, September 9
Facilitators: May Goodreau, SLP; Naz Motayar, Neuro-psychologist
Community Hospital of Los Gatos, Rehabilitation Center - Conference Room, 355
Dardanelli Lane, Los Gatos.
This group offers an opportunity for stroke survivors and caregivers to share experiences
and learn from each other.
July 8, August 12, September 9
Facilitators: May Goodreau, SLP; Naz Motayar, Neuro-psychologist
Men's Club
Meets on last Monday of every month for lunch from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
at the Lakeside Café, 3160 N. Shoreline, Mountain View.
This group is for men of all ages who are stroke survivors. In this informal meeting, men
stroke survivors get together for lunch or plan field trips to local attractions. Call the PSA
office for information on upcoming activities of the Men's Club.
Julu 28, August 25, September 29
at the Lakeside Café, 3160 N. Shoreline, Mountain View.
This group is for men of all ages who are stroke survivors. In this informal meeting, men
stroke survivors get together for lunch or plan field trips to local attractions. Call the PSA
office for information on upcoming activities of the Men's Club.
Julu 28, August 25, September 29
Facilitator: Kyle Smith, MPT, ATC
After Hours Group
Meets the second Tuesday of the month from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Kaiser Hospital,
910 Marshall St., Birch Building, Room 2 in Redwood City.
The group is open to stroke survivors and caregivers. You do not have to be a member
of Kaiser to attend the group. It offers a great opportunity for peer support as well as
educational lectures occasionally.
July 8, August 12, September 9
910 Marshall St., Birch Building, Room 2 in Redwood City.
The group is open to stroke survivors and caregivers. You do not have to be a member
of Kaiser to attend the group. It offers a great opportunity for peer support as well as
educational lectures occasionally.
July 8, August 12, September 9
Stroke Discussion Group
Meets on the first Monday of every month from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at
Mills Peninsula Health Center, Ellsworth Room, First Floor, 100 South San Mateo
Drive, San Mateo.
The group is open to stroke survivors only who are able to participate in group
discussions.
July 7, August 4, *No meeting in September due to Memorial Day
Facilitator: Anne Sasaki, LCSW
Mills Peninsula Health Center, Ellsworth Room, First Floor, 100 South San Mateo
Drive, San Mateo.
The group is open to stroke survivors only who are able to participate in group
discussions.
July 7, August 4, *No meeting in September due to Memorial Day
Facilitator: Anne Sasaki, LCSW
A Time to Talk
Meets on the second Wednesday of every month from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at
O'Connor Hospital, Cafeteria Meeting Rooms A & B, 2105 Forest Avenue, San Jose.
Refreshments provided.
This group is open to stroke survivors and caregivers. The four facilitators take turns to
lead the group.
July 9, August 13, September 10
Facilitators: Marianne Heidtmann, Speech & Language Pathologist; Craig Maloney,
Occupational Therapist; Kristine Shiomoto, PT; Gary Standridge, Occupational
Therapist;
O'Connor Hospital, Cafeteria Meeting Rooms A & B, 2105 Forest Avenue, San Jose.
Refreshments provided.
This group is open to stroke survivors and caregivers. The four facilitators take turns to
lead the group.
July 9, August 13, September 10
Facilitators: Marianne Heidtmann, Speech & Language Pathologist; Craig Maloney,
Occupational Therapist; Kristine Shiomoto, PT; Gary Standridge, Occupational
Therapist;
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An Educational Forum
Facilitators: Bruce Irvine, Stroke Survivor; Merrylen Sacks, Caregiver
| The Peninsula Stroke Association (PSA) is a not-for-profit organization serving the people of Santa Clara and San Mateo counties in Northern California. PSA's mission is to reduce the incidence of stroke through education and to help alleviate stroke's devastating aftermath through programs to support survivors and caregivers. |
| July 16 "Rehab -Cutting Edge Treatments" with Sandra Scheler-Mangiapia, M.D. |
Stroke Support Group at Good Samaritan
Meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 2 pm at the Mission Oaks Campus of
Good Samaritan Hospital, Inpatient Rehab Program, Conference Room 15891
Los-Gatos Almaden Rd., Los Gatos, CA 95032. Refreshments provided.
July 16, August 20, September 17
Facilitators: Tammy Foley, ACSW and Lisa Calloway, OTR
Good Samaritan Hospital, Inpatient Rehab Program, Conference Room 15891
Los-Gatos Almaden Rd., Los Gatos, CA 95032. Refreshments provided.
July 16, August 20, September 17
Facilitators: Tammy Foley, ACSW and Lisa Calloway, OTR
Stroke Support Group at The Regional Medical Center
Meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 4 pm to 5 pm at the Regional Medical
Center, Peppertree Auditorium, 225 North Jackson Avenue, San Jose.
July 2, August 6, September 3
Note: Please note the change in day and time. People need to register at Regional
Health Source at 888-RMC-8881 for English and Spanish, and 888-RMC-8811 for
Vietnamese. The group will not meet in July and September due to holidays.
Facilitators: PT,OT, SLP staff and social workers.
Center, Peppertree Auditorium, 225 North Jackson Avenue, San Jose.
July 2, August 6, September 3
Note: Please note the change in day and time. People need to register at Regional
Health Source at 888-RMC-8881 for English and Spanish, and 888-RMC-8811 for
Vietnamese. The group will not meet in July and September due to holidays.
Facilitators: PT,OT, SLP staff and social workers.
Women's Therapeutic Group
Meets on the last Friday of every month from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
New location: Avenidas, 450 Bryant Street, Palo Alto, Room 220
This group is open to women of all ages who are stroke survivors. In an informal setting,
women get together to talk and share.
July 25, August 29, September 26
Facilitator: Paula O'Sullivan-Chaffee, Neuro-psychologist
New location: Avenidas, 450 Bryant Street, Palo Alto, Room 220
This group is open to women of all ages who are stroke survivors. In an informal setting,
women get together to talk and share.
July 25, August 29, September 26
Facilitator: Paula O'Sullivan-Chaffee, Neuro-psychologist
| August 20 "Nutrition After a Stroke" with Evelyn Shinoda, from the Palo Alto VA Hospital |
Stroke Classes at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
Mondays 6 pm to 7 pm
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, Rehabilitation Center
751 S. Bascom Avenue, San Jose, CA
Note: Call for times and dates of classes - 408-885-5604
Facilitators and Speakers: Rehab unit staff and physicians.
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, Rehabilitation Center
751 S. Bascom Avenue, San Jose, CA
Note: Call for times and dates of classes - 408-885-5604
Facilitators and Speakers: Rehab unit staff and physicians.
Meets on the fourth Thursday of the month from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm at
Mills-Peninsula Health Center, The Garden Room, First Floor
100 South San Mateo Drive, San Mateo
July, 24, August 28, September 25
Facilitator: Deanna Baldi, CTRS
Mills-Peninsula Health Center, The Garden Room, First Floor
100 South San Mateo Drive, San Mateo
July, 24, August 28, September 25
Facilitator: Deanna Baldi, CTRS
| Young Engergetic Stroke Survivor Group (YESS) |
August 21 "Stroke 911: Recognizing Stroke and Getting Help Fast!"
with J.J. Baumann, RN, MS, CNS Stanford Hospital and Clinics
with J.J. Baumann, RN, MS, CNS Stanford Hospital and Clinics
| September 17 "Adaptive Tai Chi" with Jason Chan, from the Palo Alto YMCA |