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I struggled to deal with what had happened

Posted By Gary Orr

"I struggled to deal with what had happened"

About: Airdrie Locality Support Service / Integrated Rehab Team Cumbernauld Locality Support Service / Integrated Rehabilitation Team

(as a service user),

I suffered a stroke earlier in the year which resulted in the loss of movement in my right arm and leg. I was in my early 40s at the time of my stroke and struggled to accept that I had one as I always associated strokes with older people with other health issues. I am an active person, non smoker, not really a drinker, never taken any drug and have no other health issues so couldn’t understand why I had a stroke. Emotions were all over the place as I struggled to deal with what had happened. The care I have received is outstanding and in my opinion nothing could be improved.

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Response from Cara Murray, North Lanarkshire Health & Social Care Partnership 8 months ago
Cara Murray
North Lanarkshire Health & Social Care Partnership

Submitted on 07/08/2024 at 16:45
Published on Care Opinion on 08/08/2024 at 07:44

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Hello,

I am sorry to hear of the challenges you have faced since your stroke. I appreciate that this must have been a very difficult time for you and I really wish to thank you for taking time to feedback as you recover.

It is lovely to hear that you have received outstanding care from the community rehabilitation team. They will be delighted to hear the feedback, as they always endeavor to offer excellent advice and support.

Thanks again

Cara

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Response from Martin Todd, North Lanarkshire Health & Social Care Partnership 8 months ago
Martin Todd
North Lanarkshire Health & Social Care Partnership

Submitted on 15/08/2024 at 14:09
Published on Care Opinion at 14:17

Hi Gary,

Thank you very much for taking the time to share some aspects of your journey after your stroke. I appreciate that this will have been a very challenging time for you.

It is great to hear that the care that you have received has been outstanding and the team will be delighted to hear this positive feedback.

If there is anything else we can to do to help, please don't hesitate to contact the team.

Many Thanks

Martin

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