Stroke Survivors' Bill of Rights

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Did you know you as a stroke survivor you have a bill of rights? We do as written by the World Stroke Organization 

AS A PERSON WHO HAS HAD A STROKE,

I HAVE THE RIGHT TO:

RECEIVE THE BEST STROKE CARE

·  A rapid diagnoses so I can be treated quickly

·  Receive treatment by a specialized team at all stages of my journey (in hospital and during rehabilitation)

·  Receive care that is well coordinated

·  Access treatment regardless of financial situation, gender, culture or place that I live

·  Receive treatment that is right for me as an individual considering my age, gender, culture, goals and changing needs over time

Be informed and prepared

·  Be provided with hope for the best possible recovery I can make now and into the future 

·  Receive psychological and emotional support in a form that best meets my needs 

·  Be included in all aspects of society regardless of any disability I may have 

·  Receive support (financial or otherwise) to ensure I am cared for in the long term 

·  Be supported to return to work and/or to other activities I may choose to participate in after my stroke

·  Get access to formal and informal advocacy to assist me with access to the services I need 

·  Be connected to other stroke survivors and caregivers so I may gain and provide support in my recovery from stroke

World Stroke Organization 

In most large hospitals with dedicated stroke units these rights are adhered to.  It’s the smaller hospitals with limited staff and services might have difficulty adhering to our rights.

With technology making it easier to connect with people and organizations, my hope is in the very near future every stroke survivor and caregiver will be able to receive all the benefits of the Global Stroke Bill of Rights.