Events and Programs
Stroke Survivor & Caregiver Symposium
When: October 30, 2024
Time: 1 to 5 p.m.
Where: UConn Health, Academic Rotunda, 263 Farmington Avenue, Farmington, CT (Directions)
Please join us for a day of learning and networking with stroke survivors and practitioners and discover the many resources available.
Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a stroke. Stroke recovery may look different to everyone, but no one has to recover alone. This symposium will discuss various topics in post-stroke recovery care, followed by stroke survivors sharing their heartfelt stories. Attendees will also have the opportunity to attend a stroke resource fair and meet with vendors and local agencies involved in the stroke recovery process.
All are welcome, stroke survivors, caregivers, supporters, healthcare providers, and others. Refreshments will be provided.
In-person and virtual. In-person attendance is highly encouraged to participate in the resource fair.
Spring Stroke Seminar
Stop a Stroke: Emerging Concepts in Secondary Prevention of Stroke
When: April 21, 2022
Time: 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Keller Auditorium and Virtual
Free Academic Conference
In the United States, stroke kills someone every 3 minutes and 30 seconds and remains a leading cause of acquired adult disability. However, 80% of strokes are preventable. Suffering a stroke is devastating to patients and their loved ones and can take a significant economic toll on stroke survivors. By understanding basic and most current rules of stroke prevention, a health care provider can greatly influence a patient’s future and have a positive impact on society as a whole.
This symposium seeks to integrate the most advanced research and medical knowledge in stroke prevention and best practices in risk factor management.
This event is free and open to all health care providers who are in a position to intervene and influence outcomes in patients with cerebrovascular disease risk factors.
Emergency Stroke Care Symposium
Emergency Medical Services: A Critical Link in Stroke Care
When: June 15, 2023
Time: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Virtual and In-Person
Free Academic Conference
The most current advances and techniques in endovascular therapy and neurocritical care for the management of stroke and other complex neurological disorders are taught by UConn Health’s world-renowned and experienced faculty.
Learn how the multidisciplinary team at UConn Health’s Stroke Center provides collaborative and personalized care for complex stroke patients to optimize their outcomes.
The Emergency Stroke Care Symposium is free and open to health care providers and first responders involved at any point in acute stroke patient care.
Stroke Survivor and Caregiver Symposium
Please join us for a day of networking with stroke survivors and practitioners and learn about the many resources available.
When: October 14, 2023
Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: In-Person and Virtual
Topics
- Types of Strokes and Acute Management Available
- The Necessity for Community Support to Advance Stroke Recovery
- Stroke Survivor Stories
Presenters
- Sanjay Mittal, M.D., Medical Director, Stroke Center
- Carolyn Brown, OTD, OTR/L, CSRS, CLT, Occupational Therapist and StrokeOT, Inc. Founder
- Various UConn Health stroke survivors
Advanced Registration Recommended
Emergency Stroke Care Symposium
From Infarct to Opportunity
When: June 6, 2024
Time: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: In-Person and Virtual
Free Academic Conference
Emergency Stroke Care Symposium
Emergency Medical Services: A Critical Link in Stroke Care
When: June 15, 2023
Time: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Virtual and In-Person
Free Academic Conference
Weren’t able to make the event?
Stroke Survivor Group
UConn Health’s Stroke Center invites stroke survivors, families, and caregivers to a monthly group meeting to discuss issues surrounding life after having a stroke.
Date: Meets the fourth Wednesday of every month.
Time: Noon to 1 p.m.
Location: The Brain and Spine Institute, 5 Munson Road, Farmington, CT, 2nd Floor Conference Room (Directions) or virtual
Discussion Topics
- Stroke Prevention
- Coping Methods
- Support Systems
- Rehab Tips
- Resources
- Promoting Independence
For further information, contact Brooke Medel, B.S.N., R.N., UConn Health Stroke Nurse Navigator, at 860-558-5840.
