Stroke Recovery Association of Manitoba

Stroke Recovery Association
of Manitoba Inc.

Helping Stroke People and Family Members.

About SAM

SAM's Misson:

The mission of the Stroke Recovery Association of Manitoba Inc. is to improve the quality of life for Stroke Survivors and their Families.

SAM's Objectives:

The objectives of the Corporation are:

a. To function as a non-profit organization for the benefit of Stroke Survivors and their Families throughout the Province of Manitoba.

b. To assist the Stroke Survivor to again become a participating member of society through mental stimulation, self-help, and socialization.

c. To educate the public in matters relating to stroke.

History:

We were established in 1971 and were incorporated in 1973. We are the oldest stroke association in Canada.

In August 2010 we will be celebrating our 37th Anniversary in providing services and programs to stroke survivors and their family members in Manitoba.

Structure:

We are governed by the Board of Directors which a minimum of four are people who have suffered strokes. We receive funding from United Way and are one of their member agencies.

SAM's Brochure:

Please click the here to view the new SAM's brochure.

SAM Quilt:

The lower edge of the Stars for Stroke Recovery Quilt has the inscription STARS ARE THE WINDOWS OF HEAVEN WHERE ANGELS PEEP". The Quilt was made by Maryann Gebel, SAM Auxiliary member, for the Stars for Stroke Recovery Fundraisers - Summer Stars and December Stars. Friends, members and supporters of SAM are invited to buy STARS in honour or to remember someone special. SILVER STARS are displayed for donations of $5.00 to $24.99, BLUE STARS for donations of $25.00 to $99.00 donations and GOLD STARS for donations of $100.00 or more.

Poem:

"I'm Still Me"

My voice may be slow and weak
But if you let me, I can still speak
I may be slow when I move about
But I still like to get up and out
I may not remember all you say
But I like to hear it anyway
I may not do all I plan
But I plan to do all that I can
There has been changes as anyone can see
But all in all "I'm still me."

(Author unknown)