I-REBOUND is a great example of how Stroke Survivors are generous sharers
When Stroke Survivors are confronted with challenges and obstacles, 2 things happen in many instances.
Step 1. They find a way to overcome the obstacle that is preventing them from achieving that task. Step 2. Many Stroke Survivors will then SHARE that solution with Survivors.
Sharing lived experiences, especially in the context of surviving a stroke, holds immense value for individuals, communities, and the healthcare system.
It’s a powerful act that can foster empathy, drive research, and improve care practices.
These gestures are part of that wonderful human quality ‘GIVING BACK’-a quality that lives within many Stroke Survivors and I-REBOUND demonstrates this attitude in spades!!
I-REBOUND, the “Everest’ in web based “After Stroke” resources in Australia features a segment titled Hints and Hacks, in which Stroke Survivors share how they have overcome the challenges they have faced.
You can see what gadgets Bev uses in her kitchen; how Clive opens ‘ring pull’ cans, how he sharpens knives and chops using one hand; And how to separate eggs using one hand.
Before we see these amazing people, let’s hear from Julie Davey, a fellow Stroke Survivor and a member of I-REBOUND’s Consumer Advisory Group who outlines the objective of Hints and Hacks on I-REBOUND.Proud to call Ms.Jules a friend.
Cue the fanfare, here’s Julie Now on with the show…
Clive demonstrates a small chopper which can be used with one hand.
Bev shares the gadgets she uses in her kitchen
Watch Bev talk about -Using a trolley in the kitchen; devices which are useful when you have use of one hand and how can carers help.
Opening ‘ring pull’ cans using one hand
Clive demonstrates a gadget he uses to help him open ring pull cans with one hand.
Clive demonstrates two different knife sharpeners which are ‘one arm friendly
That right gang, there is a motherlode of information on I-REBOUND.
As well as more information on how to make post stroke life easier, check out the delicious healthy recipes available on Eat Well.
Check out the rehab routines [featuring REAL Stroke Survivors] on Move More - all designed to have you improve.
The I-REBOUND website has been developed by the Stroke Foundation and the University of Newcastle.
Co-designed with Stroke Survivors. It has been designed to reduce the risk of subsequent strokes by providing resources for eating well and moving more.
To me, a Stroke Survivor, I-REBOUND is the Zenith in terms of collaboration between Stroke Survivors, Researchers and Stroke Clinicians.
Professor Coralie English. University of Newcastle, who provided sage and strategic leadership to the I-REBOUND Project explains the objectives of this truly unique initiative.
The website was funded by the Stroke Foundation (using funds from the Nancy & Vic Allen Stroke Prevention Memorial Fund Grant\}.
My Key Messages.
Stroke Survivors- You are not alone. Help is at hand. I-REBOUND can help you. Remember it is only s CLICK away.
Stroke Clinicians- Learn about I-REBOUND then offer it to your Survivor.
