The following activities are offered at the Abbotsford Branch: Community conversation group / cognitive games Community news Adapted exercise Recovery activities/ guest speakers/ special interest topics Branch programs are for stroke survivors living in the community and their caregivers. Stroke survivors must be capable of participating meaningfully in the program. Read more [...]

The following activities are offered at the Burnaby North Branch: Communication (led by a speech pathologist /professional) Exercise group (led by coordinator or volunteer for one hour) Lunch (bring or buy), socialization and activities Branch programs are for stroke survivors living in the community and their caregivers. Stroke survivors must Read more [...]

The following activities are offered at the Burnaby South Branch: Communication group (led by SLP from Burnaby Hospital) Exercise group (led by coordinator or volunteer) Lunch (bring or buy), socialization, and activities Branch programs are for stroke survivors living in the community and their caregivers. Stroke survivors must be capable Read more [...]

The following activities are offered at the Chilliwack Branch: Community conversation group / cognitive games Adapted exercise / neuro movement Community news Recovery activities/ guest speakers/ special interest topics Branch programs are for stroke survivors living in the community and their caregivers. Stroke survivors must be capable of participating meaningfully Read more [...]

The following activities are offered at the Comox Branch: Brain stimulating activity (e.g., jigsaw puzzles) Physical activity or game (e.g., exercise, games, bocce ball, Tai Chi) Snack and socializing Finish with a speaker, roundtable or topic of interest At times the Coordinator organizes a speaker, entertainment or music therapy programming Read more [...]

The following activities are offered at the Coquitlam Branch: Speech therapy Coffee & chatting Exercises or indoor bocce or ‘Encourage One Another” discussion group Lunch (bring or buy) Announcements Group activities (e.g., music, presenters, games) Branch programs are for stroke survivors living in the community and their caregivers. Stroke survivors Read more [...]

The following activities are offered at the Cowichan Valley Branch: Social networking Education or exercises on rotating topics such as: understanding the effects of a stroke building tools for living after stroke brain fitness (cognitive exercises for the right side, left side and whole brain) health promotion (i.e., nutrition, exercises, Read more [...]

The following activities are offered at the Delta Branch: Communication group (led by SLP) Brainteaser session/crosswords or guest speaker Caregiver group Fitness program (led by certified Personal Trainer) Cool down Lunch (bring or buy) Branch programs are for stroke survivors living in the community and their caregivers. Stroke survivors must Read more [...]

The following activities are offered at the Kelowna Stroke Recovery Branch: Coffee Exercise Lunch (bring or buy) and socializing Speaker or activity (e.g., craft, mental aerobics, games, bowling) Branch programs are for stroke survivors living in the community and their caregivers. Stroke survivors must be capable of participating meaningfully in Read more [...]

Support Groups and Meeting Times: Young Strokes 4 Hope (Please call our office before attending) Fridays 10:30am-1:30pm Location: Walnut Grove Community Centre S.O.A.R. – Stroke Optimistic Atmosphere Recovery (Please call our office before attending) Wednesdays 10:30am-1:30pm Location: Walnut Grove Community Centre Located in: Fraser Health Authority.

The following activities are offered at the Maple Ridge Branch: Sharing circle and check-in Crafts, games, memory work, tai chi, or guest speaker Lunch (bring or buy) Board games and one-on-one work when needed Branch programs are for stroke survivors living in the community and their caregivers. Stroke survivors must Read more [...]

The following activities are offered at the Nanaimo Branch: Social activities & announcements Exercise One of three options: speech and caregivers groups, walk around the park or exercise Lunch (bring or buy) Speaker/entertainment Branch programs are for stroke survivors living in the community and their caregivers. Stroke survivors must be Read more [...]

The following activities are offered at the Osoyoos Branch: Socializing Exercising Communicating Activities to support cognitive and physical movement and communication Branch programs are for stroke survivors living in the community and their caregivers. Stroke survivors must be capable of participating meaningfully in the program. Stroke survivors must be independent Read more [...]

The Stroke Recovery Association of BC has several branches that are available as a resource to help individuals and families. These branches provide information and support, and help individuals and families connect with others, helping to support recovery. Located in: Fraser Health Authority.

Program outline (program conducted in Cantonese, but mandarin speakers are welcomed) typically includes: Socializing/coffee Speech therapy with volunteers Game time (e.g., rummy tile table or shuffle board) Affected hand exercises let by volunteer Occupational Therapist Monthly music led by volunteers Exercise class Caregivers support group Lunch (bring or buy) and Read more [...]

The following activities are offered at the Prince George Branch: informal socializing and coffee business for the day physical and range of motion exercises coffee and snacks physical, mental & speech games, exercises and activities (e.g., aerobics, table games, physical games, crafts) Wellness presentations, entertainment and community outings are also Read more [...]

The following activities are offered at the Salmon Arm Branch: Socializing / setup Exercises Program activity (guest speaker, music, meeting, etc.) Lunch (bring or buy) Cleanup, sharing, caregiver support, etc. Outings are sometime organized. Branch programs are for stroke survivors living in the community and their caregivers. Stroke survivors must Read more [...]

The following activities are offered at the Sechelt Branch: Informal game activities as participants arrive Exercises Games and coffee/tea/donuts Communication support (activities to help improve memory and communication, one-on-one and in a group) Branch programs are for stroke survivors living in the community and their caregivers. Stroke survivors must be Read more [...]

The following activities are offered at the Surrey Branch: Speech program (led by SLP) Physical and brain exercise program (led by an Exercise Instructor and/or Physiotherapist) Branch programs are for stroke survivors living in the community and their caregivers. Stroke survivors must be capable of participating meaningfully in the program. Read more [...]

This group meets weekly at the Templeton Pool Activity Room. 700 Templeton Drive, Vancouver V5L 4N8 Tuesdays: 10:30am – 1:00pm Coordinator: Tu Van Trieu Phone: 604-318-0030 Note:  The address indicated here has been used for general mapping purposes only and does not necessarily represent the physical location of the service.  Read more [...]