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Creating a Supportive Environment for Living with Stroke in Rural Areas: Two Low-Cost Community-Based Interventions
Topics in Stroke Rehabilitation, 07/08/09

Newell JM et al. - With the growing burden of chronic illness affecting aging populations, rural health systems are faced with unique challenges to support and promote health in their communities. The Yarmouth Stroke Project was a 5-year initiative aimed at improving health care services for stroke survivors in rural Nova Scotia, Canada. A needs assessment indicated a lack of support to self-manage stroke during community re-integration. The needs reported by stroke survivors and their caregivers included informational and emotional support.

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