Montgomery County Stroke Association

MCSA’s  dual mission is (1) to provide and promote programs and services that  offer stroke education, professional and peer support, rehabilitation, recreation, and  socialization for stroke survivors, their family members, and other caregivers living in or near Montgomery County, Maryland; and (2) to increase stroke awareness in the community.

MCSA INVITES YOU TO ATTEND  OUR  FREE April 2024 PROGRAMS:

  CHAIR YOGA WITH REGINE:  Wednesday, April 3 & 24, 11 a.m. – 12 noon  Eastern Time.

• Join us for deep breathing and gentle stretching that can be done when sitting in a chair. Virtual classes via Zoom.  Free.  Invitations will be emailed at appropriate times. See page 3.

MCSA’s STROKE SUPPORT GROUP:  3rd Thursday, April 18, 3:00-4:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

• This is MCSA’s monthly virtual support group for stroke survivors and family caregivers. Ask questions, discuss stroke experiences, offer support to each other, and share helpful suggestions and resources.  Free.  Zoom invitations will be emailed.  See page 4.

INTRODUCTION TO ACUPRESSURE FOR SELF-HELP.-  By Alison Babil – April 8, 1-2pm ET

• Interactive class that teaches participants a gentle acupressure sequence designed to bring deep calm and to support well-being.  Potential for a follow-up series with a different acupressure sequence each week. See page 5 for details 

Coming up in May...

May 2: ACCESSIBLE SAILING WITH C.R.A.B.  in Annapolis, Md. - 1:30 to 3:30pm sail time.

May 29, 2-3 p.m. E.T.:  STROKE AWARENESS PRESENTATION By Sharon Harriston, HCH

MCSA’s Board of Directors meets via Zoom on Thursday, April 11, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon Eastern Time.  If you would like to join the Board, let MCSA know (mcstroke@comcast.net).

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