Episode 25: What I Wish I Knew: A Caregiver's Journey With Brain Injury Recovery

Episode summary In this heartfelt and enlightening episode, host Rosa Hart, stroke nurse navigator with Norton Neuroscience Institute, sits down with Michelle Sanchez, a devoted daughter and caregiver, to explore her journey through navigating her mother's brain injury rehabilitation and recovery. Michelle shares invaluable lessons learned, the unexpected challenges of caregiving and the resources she wishes she had known about earlier. From navigating the health care system to finding emotional support, Michelle's story will resonate with anyone who has supported a loved one through a stroke or brain injury.

What you'll learn in this episode

• Critical questions to ask health care providers during the early stages of brain injury rehab
• Insights on balancing caregiving responsibilities with personal well-being
• Resources and strategies that helped Michelle and her family during recovery
• The importance of building a support network for caregivers

Connect with Norton Neuroscience Institute Resource Centers for support after stroke:

https://nortonhealthcare.com/services-and-conditions/neurosciences/services/stroke-faqs/patient-resources/

For caregiver support through the American Stroke Association:

Group: Stroke Caregiver Support (Heart.org)

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Date of original release: Dec. 9, 2024

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