My Story – Rick

This is a Finding Words story! The following was translated into a narrative based on a Q&A session between Rick & his SLP: In 2007, I was with a few friends and I slipped and fell down a flight of stairs. I hit my head and was immediately knocked out. Good thing I wasn’t alone…

Alone and Isolated

This is a Finding Words story! My wife had a stroke 2 years ago and was not expected to live. She went through weeks of intensive care and several complications but did recover. She now is healthy but handicapped and unable to speak. I have been able to get her to utter a few words…

My Stroke

This is a Finding Words story! When I had my stroke, I was partially paralyzed on the right side and my speech was affected. I could only say “go to school” which I said anytime they asked me a question. After leaving the hospital, I went to a Rehab facility for 10 days. Then I…