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Free information and support for stroke survivors and caregivers
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EVENTS
EVENTS
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STROKE INFORMATION
STROKE INFORMATION
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Hope and help for stroke survivors and caregivers
Hope and help for stroke survivors and caregivers
Our friendly support and first-hand experiences
can help you cope with life after a stroke.
*** IMPORTANT NOTICES ***
Due to the pandemic, all MCSA in-person meetings are cancelled until further notice.
Our monthly Communique' newsletter is now digital.
To receive an email copy, send your name and email address to [email protected]
To request postal delivery, leave your name and home address at 301-681.6272.
You are invited to attend MCSA's two online programs on May 12 and 20
See details below.
Our friendly support and first-hand experiences
can help you cope with life after a stroke.
*** IMPORTANT NOTICES ***
Due to the pandemic, all MCSA in-person meetings are cancelled until further notice.
Our monthly Communique' newsletter is now digital.
To receive an email copy, send your name and email address to [email protected]
To request postal delivery, leave your name and home address at 301-681.6272.
You are invited to attend MCSA's two online programs on May 12 and 20
See details below.
BETHESDA CHAPTER MEETING
WHEN:
CANCELLED until further notice.
Pre-pandemic, this chapter met monthly on 1st Tuesdays, from 7:00 to 9:00 P.M., at Davis Library in Bethesda, Md.
Note: Davis Library meeting rooms are not currently available. If you have suggestions for alternate locations for our Bethesda Chapter meetings, please let us know.
Contact Person:
Leave a message for MCSA at 301-681-6272 or [email protected] Include your name, phone number, and email address.
For more information, email MCSA at [email protected] or leave a message at 301-681-6272. Include your name and contact information.
SILVER SPRING CHAPTER MEETING
SILVER SPRING CHAPTER MEETING
WHEN:
CANCELLED until further notice
Pre-pandemic, this chapter meet monthly on 2nd Tuesdays, from 1:00 to 3 P.M. at the Schweinhaut Senior Center in Silver Spring, Md. Currently, Montgomery County (Md) senior centers are closed.
Leave a message for MCSA at 301-681-6272 or [email protected] Include your name, phone number, and email address.
WHERE: (Site not currently available)
Margaret Schweinhaut Senior Center
1000 Forest Glen Road (Garden Room)
Silver Spring, MD 20901
MCSA chapter meetings are free and open to the public.
For more information, email MCSA at [email protected] or leave a message at 301-681-6272. Include your name and contact information.
UPPER COUNTY CHAPTER MEETING
UPPER COUNTY CHAPTER MEETING
WHEN:
CANCELLED until further notice.
Pre-pandemic, this chapter met monthly on 2nd Wednesdays, 7:00 to 9 P.M. at Adventist Rehabilitation Hospital in Rockville, Md. The hospital is still not allowing meetings such as ours.
Adventist HealthCare Physical Health & Rehabilitation
(9909 Medical Center Drive, Rockville, MD) Physical Therapy room (first floor)
MCSA chapter meetings are free and open to the public.
Questions? Contact MCSA at 301-681-6272 or [email protected] Leave a message including your name, phone number, and email address.
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BOARD of DIRECTORS MEETING:
Virtual meetings only (via Zoom)
Date: Thursday, May 13, 2021
Time: 10 AM to 12:00 noon
(Call 248-652-0304 or email MCSA at [email protected]).
Please RSVP if you plan to attend.
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ONLINE STROKE RESOURCES
For a list of online resources that might be helpful to stroke survivors-- including virtual stroke support groups-- send an email request to MCSA at [email protected]
Two pages of online resources were listed in recent issues of MCSA's Communique' newsletter, which were sent by email or postal delivery to all MCSA members.
If you need a copy, call 301-681-6272 or email us at [email protected] and leave a message with your request and your contact information.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Pandemic Cancellation Notice
All in-person MCSA meetings have been cancelled until further notice due to the pandemic.
* Look for MCSA updates regarding future meetings or cancellations.
* Send your email address to us at [email protected] so we can contact you via email.
* If you need help from MCSA, leave us a message at 301-681-6272. Include your name and contact information.
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MAY 12 PROGRAM via Zoom: (free)
Wednesday, 2:00-3:30 pm ET
Hosted by Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled
Learn about the free programs and services offered to people who are vision impaired or print disabled.. Email [email protected] for program details and Zoom meeting link.
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MAY 20 PROGRAM via Zoom: (free)
Thursday, 7:00 pm to 8:00 PM ET
Spirit Club will describe their online classes and provide a fitness class demonstration. Free and fun!
Email [email protected] for program details and Zoom invitation.
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MCSA's last virtual program was held on Wednesday, February 24, 2021.
Topic: "Relaxation Tips and Techniques"
Presenter: Janet Gritz, MA, CCC-SLP
Email [email protected]
to receive a copy of the PowerPoint handout for this program.
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We welcome your suggestions for topics, speakers, days and times you would prefer for upcoming virtual meetings. Send your comments to [email protected] or leave a message on our non-emergency telephone helpline at 301-681-6272.
* * * * * * * * * * * *
MCSA's Communique' newsletter is now distributed online only (unless home delivery is requested).
Please be sure we have your current email address so that we can keep you informed. Send email address updates to [email protected]
To request "home delivery", leave a message for MCSA at 301-681-6272 or at [email protected] Include your name, mailing address, phone number, and email address (if available).
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Pandemic Cancellation Notice
All in-person MCSA meetings have been cancelled until further notice due to the pandemic.
* Look for MCSA updates regarding future meetings or cancellations.
* Send your email address to us at [email protected] so we can contact you via email.
* If you need help from MCSA, leave us a message at 301-681-6272. Include your name and contact information.
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
MAY 12 PROGRAM via Zoom: (free)
Wednesday, 2:00-3:30 pm ET
Hosted by Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled
Learn about the free programs and services offered to people who are vision impaired or print disabled.. Email [email protected] for program details and Zoom meeting link.
* * * * * * * * * ** * * * * * * * *
MAY 20 PROGRAM via Zoom: (free)
Thursday, 7:00 pm to 8:00 PM ET
Spirit Club will describe their online classes and provide a fitness class demonstration. Free and fun!
Email [email protected] for program details and Zoom invitation.
* * * * * * * * * ** * * * * * * * *
MCSA's last virtual program was held on Wednesday, February 24, 2021.
Topic: "Relaxation Tips and Techniques"
Presenter: Janet Gritz, MA, CCC-SLP
Email [email protected]
to receive a copy of the PowerPoint handout for this program.
* * * * * * * * * ** * * * * * * * *
We welcome your suggestions for topics, speakers, days and times you would prefer for upcoming virtual meetings. Send your comments to [email protected] or leave a message on our non-emergency telephone helpline at 301-681-6272.
* * * * * * * * * * * *
MCSA's Communique' newsletter is now distributed online only (unless home delivery is requested).
Please be sure we have your current email address so that we can keep you informed. Send email address updates to [email protected]
To request "home delivery", leave a message for MCSA at 301-681-6272 or at [email protected] Include your name, mailing address, phone number, and email address (if available).
Communique' newsletter
Communique' newsletter
Membership in MCSA is free.
Sign up to receive our free, informative newsletter each month. Learn about MCSA's programs and community events of interest, including other local stroke support groups, health fairs, and stroke research projects.
Leave your name, phone number, email address, and home mailing address at 301-681-6272 or online at [email protected]
Donations to MCSA may be sent to
MCSA, P.O. Box 9343, Silver Spring, MD 20916-9343. Donations of any size are appreciated very much!
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