The Mended Hearts
A national nonprofit affiliated with the American Heart
Association which partners with hospitals and rehabilitation
clinics to offer local support group meetings.
American Stroke Association: Local Support Group Finder
The American Stroke Association maintains a registry of
nearly 2,000 support groups nationwide. Use the locator to find
groups by zip code.
American Stroke Association: Survivor Stories
Personal accounts from stroke survivors.
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