Resources for Individuals and Caretakers
Minnesota Chapter, National Stroke Association offers a wide variety of resources for persons with Stroke and their caretakers. Those resources include: 

Employee/Individuals Resources

• Educational materials such as books and videos are available for purchase or loan. Topics include: Caring for stroke survivors, stroke recovery, treatment, hypertension, survivor stories, and aphasia.
• Free Strokeline: (800) 647-4123 Callers can connect directly with the Minnesota Chapter of the National Stroke Association to receive information on the phone, by mail, or email. Free information is available on stroke prevention, stroke recovery, classes, and support groups.
• Stroke risk assessments: By answering a short series of questions, people can learn what their risk of stroke may be and what they can do to reduce your risk. Several types of assessments are available to individuals or groups - many are free of charge.
• Support groups
• Classes for survivors with Aphasia: Strive to Thrive Communication Skills and Strategies.  Weekly programs are held in the community to help people with aphasia improve communication skills after stroke. Participants work in small groups and one on one with trained volunteer or graduate students in speech language pathology. 
• Research involvement: MSA is not directly involved in clinical stroke research at this time. However, MSA maintains a list of ongoing research studies in Minnesota and can share contact information for potential participants.
• Annual Stroke Survivor and Caregiver Workshop: This half day program provides an uplifting day filled with speakers, resources, and rehabilitation updates. Survivors, family members, and health professionals are welcome to attend. Cost is $20, which includes materials, break refreshments, and lunch.

Caregiver Resources

• Educational materials such as books and videos are available for purchase or loan. Topics include: Caring for stroke survivors, stroke recovery, treatment, hypertension, survivor stories, and aphasia.
• Annual Stroke Survivor and Caregiver Workshop: This half day program provides an uplifting day filled with speakers, resources, and rehabilitation updates. Survivors, family members, and health professionals are welcome to attend. Cost is $20, which includes materials, break refreshments, and lunch. 
• Caregiver education: Specialized programs for caregivers to learn more about caring for a loved one with stroke, addressing common medical and behavioral issues, and accessing therapeutic services. 
• Free Strokeline: (800) 647-4123- Callers can connect directly with the MSA chapter to receive information on the phone, by mail, or email. Free information is available on stroke prevention, stroke recovery, classes, and support groups.