Stroke and Traumatic Brain Injury

So Your Parent Had a Stroke—Now What?

When my mother had a stroke in 2019, I had no idea what to do. I remember sitting in the hospital, overwhelmed, scared, and desperate for answers. I scoured the internet looking for a step-by-step guide on what to expect—how this was going to unfold, what decisions I would need to make, how to navigate the medical system, and what kind of long-term care she would need.

I searched YouTube, Instagram, Google—everywhere I could think of. And I found nothing that truly prepared me for what was coming.

The truth is, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all guide for this journey because every stroke, every brain injury, every recovery process is unique. The lack of clear guidance doesn’t mean you have to figure it all out on your own.

What No One Tells You About Stroke Recovery

The doctors will tell you the immediate next steps—rehab, physical therapy, medication—but what they don’t prepare you for are the long-term effects that ripple through your family and your life. The emotional, financial, and logistical challenges can feel impossible to manage when you’re already stretched thin.

• Medical Decisions: You’ll have to make choices about care, therapy, and living arrangements, often without a clear idea of what’s best.

• Family Tension: Disagreements about caregiving responsibilities, medical interventions, and finances can create deep divisions among family members.

• Caregiver Burnout: If you take on caregiving responsibilities, you may quickly find yourself overwhelmed, exhausted, and questioning if you can keep going.

These are not things you should have to figure out on your own.

Get Ahead of the Chaos

If you’re in this situation now, I want you to hear me: You do not have to navigate this alone. The uncertainty, the stress, the endless questions—there is support available.

I’ve been where you are. And now, I help people like you make sense of this journey. Every situation is different, but that doesn’t mean you have to start from scratch. There are strategies, resources, and steps you can take to protect your well-being while making sure your loved one gets the best possible care.

Let’s make a plan together. Book a free 15-minute consultation with me, and we’ll talk through your specific situation. No pressure, no obligations—just real guidance from someone who’s been there.

Email me at hannah@maybedontdoit.org