Whether stroke or TIA has just occurred or whether persons have been living with stroke or TIA for a period of time, questions may come up. In this section we provide Frequently Asked Questions, simple definitions of stroke, stroke risk factors, and signs of stroke.
In addition to local resources in Southern Arizona there are a number of regional or national resources. Some of these organizations on this page for your convenience.
American Stroke Association
http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/
Created in 1997, the American Stroke Association is dedicated to prevention, diagnosis and treatment to save lives from stroke — America’s No. 4 killer and a leading cause of serious disability. ASA funds scientific research, helps people better understand and avoid stroke, encourages government support, guides healthcare professionals and provides information to enhance the quality of life for survivors.
Carondelet St. Joseph’s Hospital
Outpatient Rehabilitation Group Room
350 N. Wilmot Rd. | Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 873-3000
https://www.carondelet.org/patients/support-groups
Carondelet Communication Support Group
Tuesdays from 11:00 AM -12:00 PM| Tucson
This group supports individuals with communication deficits due to stroke, traumatic brain injury or other neurologic conditions resulting in aphasia, dysarthria, or voice or pragmatic disorders. The purpose is to utilize the group process to improve communication skills, practice compensatory techniques and receive support from other individuals with communication difficulties. Contact Jack Kriendler at (520) 873-3497
Carondelet Life After Stroke Support Group
The goal of the Life After Stroke Support Group is to provide a forum for families, friends and survivors to learn about stroke and to provide support for each other. Contact Tom Slauson at (520) 218-5004 for meeting dates and times.
Million Hearts
Heart disease and stroke are two of the leading causes of death in the United States. Million Hearts® brings together communities, health systems, nonprofit organizations, federal agencies, and private-sector partners from across the country to fight heart disease and stroke.
National Stroke Association
National Stroke Association’s mission is to reduce the incidence and impact of stroke by developing compelling education and programs focused on prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and support for all impacted by stroke.
TMC Outpatient Therapy Aphasia Support Group
Please see the support group information by downloading this PDF file.
TROT Therapeutic Riding of Tucson
TROT is a nationally certified rehabilitation organization centered on hippotherapy (horse-based therapy). Conveniently located on beautiful acreage in northeast Tucson, TROT has operated since 1974. TROT offers a variety of programs delivered by highly trained instructors and volunteers. Hippotherapy uses the movement of the horse to address the impairments and functional limitations of persons with neuromotor dysfunction (e.g., stroke) to improve physical, mental, social and emotional well-being.
Website: www.trotarizona.org
8920 E. Woodland Road
Tucson, AZ 85749
520-749-2360
Tucson Medical Center Stroke Support Groups
In-person support groups have been canceled until further notice. Please join us for a virtual (Zoom) support group on the third Monday of the month. Registration is required. To register, please call 520-324-1960 or go to the main page of this website.