Want to get involved? Join us at one of our Board or Committee Meetings to get connected with the mission.
KSISA Board Meetings are held at Kaden Tower on Dutchman’s Lane 4th floor on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 4:00pm from February through November
Did you know that we have a stroke support group on Facebook that you can join for free?
We are so happy to offer the genuine support our members offer to each other every day.
We strive to answer questions, listen to each other’s venting, and of course celebrate each other’s successes that occur on their the road to recovery.
If you’d like to join the conversation, click here to join the survivors support group.
Support Is Everything
During stroke recovery, support is everything.
If you’d like to join the conversation, click here to join the caregivers support group.
We started this group so you can get that support from others who are in the same situation as you. We have members from every stage on the recovery journey. This gives you the ability to connect with others right where you are and those who have been there and can support you through their experiences – and that is even better.
It’s fantastic that technology allows us to connect with others who are in different phases of the recovery journey. At times it can be difficult to make it to local support meetings and our goal is to make sure everyone has access to the support and resources they need.
Face-to-face support groups in Kentuckiana can be found below, along with some online Zoom meetings
You Are Not Alone
Support groups are a great place to be heard, vent, and ask for advice.
Common questions asked are, “Should it be taking this long to regain back what I lost from the stroke?” Or “How did you get through this time of recovery?” Or “Here’s my story.” And our members have always met requests for support with a warm welcome.
Join us in our quest to serve others! Facebook groups are free to join.
All you have to do is head over to the group, click the “Join Group” button, and we will approve your request as soon as we can!
LOUISVILLE
Baptist Health Rehab
Meets 1 to 3 pm the Third Thursday of each month from April - November at Baptist Hospital East Education Building, 4000 Kresge Way. Call Susan Schildt at (502) 896-7441 for details. PLEASE CALL TO ASK IF IN-PERSON MEETINGS ARE AVAILABLE.
UL HEALTH MARY & ELIZABETH
Friendly Folks Stroke Club
Meets at noon on the Second Wednesday of each month at St. Mary & Elizabeth Hospital 1850 Bluegrass Ave. Please call to ask if in-person meetings are available. Jennifer Bucher at (502) 361-6585 or Stefanie Metzroth at (502) 361-6012 email: Stefanie.Metzroth@uoflhealth.org
Spouse Club meets the special needs of spouses and other family members of those who have had strokes. It meets at 2 p.m. on the Second Monday of each month. Call Public Affairs at (502) 361-6768 for more information (at Mary & Elizabeth Hospital 1850 Bluegrass Ave)
University of louisville stroke survivor and caregiver support groupS
Meets the third Friday of each month beginning in February from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. Lunch will be provided. Group is held at Crescent Hill Library at 2762 Frankfort Ave. 40206. Call Carrie Crockett at (502) 645-5425 with questions or to RSVP. An ONLINE support group is also available on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/uoflhealthstrokesupport
Spouse Club meets the special needs of spouses and other family members of those who have had strokes. It meets at 2 p.m. on the Second Monday of each month. Call Public Affairs at (502) 361-6768 for more information.
UL Health Frazier Rehab Stroke Club
Aquired Brain Injury Survivor Support Group meets the Third Wednesday of each month from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m at Frazier NeuroRehab, 4912 US Hwy 42 #104 40222. Contact Suzanne Wieland at 502/429-8640 x. 228 GROUPS offered via zoom and in person.
ABI Caregiver Support Group meets QUARTERLY on the 1st Wednesday of the month and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 4:30-6 p.m. The 8.9.10 Survivor Group meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Location: Frazier NeuroRehab 4912 US Highway 42 #104 Louisville, KY 40222. Call Misty Agne at (502) 429-8640 x. 240 for more information. - Virtual or in-person.
NORTON HEALTHCARE
Norton Audubon Hospital meets the first Tuesday of the month from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at Norton Audubon Hospital in the main building. One Audubon Plaza Drive in the LL2 Community Room. Take the elevator down to LL2. Call Joan Bischoff at (502) 636-7349 for more information.
Norton Healthcare NORTON NEUROSCIENCE INSTITUTE Stroke Support Group
VIRTUAL SUPPORT GROUP SECOND WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH 4 to 5 p.m. Via Zoom Once registered you will be sent a link via e-mail
Call 502-559-3230 to register for virtual or in-person options or email NNIRegistration@nortonhealthcare.org - You may also email Rosa.Hart@nortonhealthcare.org for more information.
LOUISVILLE - Independence Seekers Project is a social justice nonprofit organized and led by people with disabilities. Advocacy, Mental Health and Education available, along with support groups! www.independenceseekersproject.org
CAMPBELLSVILLE
UofL Hospital’s stroke care doesn’t end when you leave the hospital.
Many stroke survivors and their caregivers experience a range of
emotions as they adjust to normal daily activities. Our team is here to help. Join us for our FREE support groups where you can enjoy lunch while talking openly with others who share similar experiences.
All are welcome! Download brochure by clicking here.
Stroke Survivor and Caregiver Support Group is open to the community: FIRST FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm (Lunch provided but RSVP) Location: Taylor Co. Public Library locaded at 1316 E. Broadway Street Campbellsville, KY 42718. Contact our social worker, Carrie Crockett, CSW, at 502-645-5425.
CORBIN
Baptist Health Rehab Community Stroke Support Group is open to the community. Date: Every 3rd Monday of the Month Time: 5:00pm - 6:30pm Location: Baptist Health Outpatient Rehabilitation 1400 Suite C. Cumberland Falls Hwy. Corbin, KY . Call for additional information and to ask about IN PERSON or virtual events: (606) 526-4516.
BARDSTOWN
Currently there are no active support groups. Please notify us if this changes and we will gladly add the new support group as a resource.
BOWLING GREEN
The Southern Ky. Stroke Support Group meets the first Fridayof each month at 4 p.m. at Southern Kentucky Rehab Hospital, located at 130 Campbell Lane. For information, call the hospital at 270-782-6900 or outpatient at 270-467-0719.
LEXINGTON
The Lexington, Kentucky group meets weekly at Cardinal Rehabilitation, 2050 Versailles Road for IN PATIENT STROKE SURVIVORS.
HAZARD
The Hazard Kentucky group meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 5 p.m. Meetings may be held virtually so please contact Keisha Hudson at (606) 439-3557 or email her at Keisha.Hudson@uky.edu
OWENSBORO
The Owensboro Health Stroke Support Group meets at the Owensboro Health Health Park (1006 Ford Ave. Ownensboro KY 42301) second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. Call Tabitha Drane at (270) 417-2413 for information.
FLORENCE
Stroke and Brain Injury Support Group meets 1st Thursday of the month at 3:30 p.m. at Gateway Rehab Hospital 5940 Merchants Street Florence, KY 41042. Contact Jennifer Jones at 859-426-2400
ELIZABETHTOWN
Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital of Central Kentucky’s Stroke Support Group meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Swope Toyota Conference Room 2nd floor. 1085 North Dixie Ave. in Elizabethtown 42701. Contact Valerie Matney at (270) 769-4757 or email Valerie.Matney@encompasshealth.com to RSVP.
PIKEVILLE
Online Stroke Support Group for survivors and families meets online. Please call Chelsea Kinney for more information 606/430-7580. https://www.pikevillehospital.org/services/stroke-center/#6512e5dc-6654-cl
ASHLAND
Kings Daughter’s Support Group meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 12-1 p.m. Please contact Brittany Mabery at (606) 408-1303 for a zoom link or email Brittany.mabery@kdmc.kdhs.us for information
An on-line stroke support community. Their mission is to provide on-line stroke support and information to adult stroke survivors and stroke caregivers.
SOUTHERN INDIANA SUPPORT GROUPS
Southern Indiana Rehab Hospital/Vibra is located at 3104 Blackiston Boulevard, New Albany IN. Group meets the Second Tuesday of each month from 1 to 2:30 p.m. in the education conference room. Please call Dr. Ann Heink at (812) 941-6153 for details OR email Kelly Brewer at kbrewer@vrhsouthernindiana.com