Recovery After Stroke

Recovery After Stroke

Recovery After Stroke

  • But You Look So Normal – Chris & Kara Russo

But You Look So Normal – Chris & Kara Russo

Sunday 18th August 2019

Chris and Kara Russo's love story blossoms in rehab as they navigate stroke recovery. Hear their journey and key insights for survivors and caregivers.
52 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Engaging

About this podcast

Recovery After Stroke
Overview:
Categories:
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Links:
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Love and Resilience: Chris & Kara Russo's Stroke Recovery Journey

I was told by my psychiatrist to go and have a neuropsychological assessment, and when I booked one in, I didn't realize it was going to take Nine Months to see that person on the public system here in Australia, but I would have happily paid upfront to see one in a week, but I didn't have the.
Picture this: two individuals, each grappling with their own life-altering health crises, meet in a rehab facility and find love amidst their struggles. That's the heartwarming story of Chris and Kara Russo. Kara faced the aftermath of a massive stroke, while Chris was left paralyzed following a coma induced by meningitis and encephalitis. Despite these daunting challenges, they found each other, fell in love, and wrote a book about their incredible journey.
In this episode, they open up about the realities of stroke recovery, shedding light on the often invisible disabilities that survivors face. They delve into the emotional and financial impacts, and the crucial role caregivers play in the recovery process. Their story isn't just about survival; it's about advocating for oneself within the healthcare system, adapting to new normals, and the power of positive behavior modeling.
Chris and Kara's experiences highlight the importance of neuropsychological assessments and finding ways to navigate life post-stroke. Tune in to hear their inspiring tale and gather valuable insights for stroke survivors and caregivers alike.
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Recovery After Stroke

Recovery After Stroke

Recovery After Stroke

  • But You Look So Normal – Chris & Kara Russo

But You Look So Normal – Chris & Kara Russo

Sunday 18th August 2019

Chris and Kara Russo's love story blossoms in rehab as they navigate stroke recovery. Hear their journey and key insights for survivors and caregivers.
52 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Engaging

About this podcast

Recovery After Stroke
Overview:
A Community And Podcast For Stroke Survivors And Carers
Categories:
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Links:
Visit site
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Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!

Love and Resilience: Chris & Kara Russo's Stroke Recovery Journey

I was told by my psychiatrist to go and have a neuropsychological assessment, and when I booked one in, I didn't realize it was going to take Nine Months to see that person on the public system here in Australia, but I would have happily paid upfront to see one in a week, but I didn't have the.
Picture this: two individuals, each grappling with their own life-altering health crises, meet in a rehab facility and find love amidst their struggles. That's the heartwarming story of Chris and Kara Russo. Kara faced the aftermath of a massive stroke, while Chris was left paralyzed following a coma induced by meningitis and encephalitis. Despite these daunting challenges, they found each other, fell in love, and wrote a book about their incredible journey.
In this episode, they open up about the realities of stroke recovery, shedding light on the often invisible disabilities that survivors face. They delve into the emotional and financial impacts, and the crucial role caregivers play in the recovery process. Their story isn't just about survival; it's about advocating for oneself within the healthcare system, adapting to new normals, and the power of positive behavior modeling.
Chris and Kara's experiences highlight the importance of neuropsychological assessments and finding ways to navigate life post-stroke. Tune in to hear their inspiring tale and gather valuable insights for stroke survivors and caregivers alike.