Help Naoko raise money

My partner and I are active members of the Victoria Stroke Recovery Association (https://victoriastrokerecovery.org/) and the Victoria Brain Injury Society which have supported us throughout our stroke recovery journey.

The Victoria Stroke Recovery Association provides a welcoming, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where stroke survivors, their family and caregivers can connect, rebuild confidence, and feel understood. Their support is incredibly valuable throughout the stroke recovery journey and helps survivors and caregivers feel less alone. Stroke can cause aphasia and other invisible challenges that are often difficult for others to understand. Their encouragement, connection, and community have meant so much to both of us. They offer many programs for stroke survivors and a group for caregivers. "There is life after stroke." Your donations will make a real difference for stroke survivors, their family members and caregivers.

The Victoria Brain Injury Society also offers peer support and other programs to support brain injury survivors and family members and advocates for survivors.

Walking and running have become an important part of our stroke recovery journey. For us, every step helps build our fitness, strength, and confidence while also giving me the energy I need to continue supporting my partner. More importantly, every step reminds me that progress doesn’t happen all at once—it happens one step at a time.

We are proud to take on this challenge and fundraise for stroke recovery. I hope our journey can inspire others affected by stroke to keep moving forward, celebrate every bit of progress, and never underestimate the power of one small step. 

My dad passed away from a (serious hemorrhagic) stroke during COVID. Losing him while experiencing the challenges of stroke recovery with my partner has changed the way I see stroke forever. For many survivors, recovery doesn't end when they leave the hospital. The journey continues every day.

Every step counts. Every journey matters. And together, we can make a difference. Thank you for supporting us and for helping make a difference in the lives of stroke survivors and their families. ❤️‍🩹

Please join us in supporting stroke survivors and their caregivers.