The Heart & Stroke Foundation is introducing a new program to BC Yukon entitled Living with Stroke. This program is made up of six to eight sessions which engage persons living with stroke and their care partners in learning about stroke based on their own situation. It encourages participation and is supported by a detailed facilitator’s manual, DVD segments and a participant workbook. The program helps people  cope with changes as a result of stroke and problem solve to meet their individual situations. It is based on concepts of self-management and is offered by trained volunteer facilitators. Living with Stroke provides a social and supportive atmosphere in a community setting.

Presently we are seeking to build a team of volunteer facilitators across BC and would like to know if you would consider this volunteer role. In partnership with the health authority, our trained Living with Stroke instructors are holding a one-day volunteer facilitator workshop forVancouver Island, Fraser Valley, Interior / Kootenay and Vancouver in May and June 2014. Once our volunteer facilitators are trained, we shall assist in preparing them to provide the Living with Stroke program in their community in Fall 2014.

How to apply

Here is the link to the volunteer role description which describes the program’s expectations and an application form. If you are interested and would like to put your name forward, please fill in the application and submit to Deborah Rusch at drusch@hsf.bc.ca or contact Deborah at 604.737.3415. After your application is received Deborah will contact you to answer any questions and confirm interest.  We would very much appreciate receiving all applications by April 30, 2014.