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Support Groups
Being a caregiver is not only physically draining, but emotionally trying, as well. To help friends and family cope with stroke, many local support groups exist, and chat rooms and bulletin boards are available via Internet or phone. Here are a few of the best:

Source of Material: RockHill Communications, 14 Rock Hill Road Bala, Cynwyd, PA 19004, (610) 667-2040,
Writer: Christine Norris
Editors: Erin Murphy, Andrea King, Joanne Poeggel, Ron Wozny
Clinical Reviewer: Patt Panzer, M.D.
Date Written: 4/30/01
Last Revised: 4/3/03