Life After Stroke with T & E

23/09/2026

Assisting T at the gym is completely hands-on. I help with machine setups, guide his movements, and assist with grip and posture so he can get a solid workout in.

16/09/2026

Upgrading our seats changed travel for us. T gets anxious around large crowds, so being in a smaller, semi-private cabin with a divider curtain instantly lowered his stress level.
You get wider seats, way more legroom, and a much quieter environment. Plus, priority boarding meant we got extra help carrying our hand-luggage—saving so much energy for me as his caregiver. If it’s in your budget, that extra investment makes a massive difference.

15/09/2026

15/09/2026

Last Friday, T’s chiropractor adjustment got canceled , instead of turning around and heading straight back home, we decided to pivot and head to the gym instead.

Living with post-stroke recovery means routines change constantly. Consistency isn't about everything going according to plan—it's about staying flexible and taking advantage of whatever time and energy you have to keep moving forward.

03/09/2026

How we managed travel after a stroke 🏔️

Traveling after a stroke takes extra planning, but staying active is still possible!

When we went to Colorado, we made sure T had plenty of safe opportunities to walk and move. With views like these, staying active felt natural! 🌲✨

How we made it work:
🚶‍♂️ Kept the walks short & manageable
🛑 Took breaks whenever needed
🧠 Listened to how T was feeling each day

If you’re traveling in stroke recovery, don't be afraid to get outside! Just take it one step at a time and give yourself permission to rest. 💙

03/09/2026

Small moments still count 🌊💙

One thing that’s really worked for us is making movement a natural part of our day—instead of treating it like a separate workout.

A quiet walk outside, fresh air, stopping to just look at the lake... these small moments still count for so much. For T, it’s a gentle way to keep moving in stroke recovery. For me as a caregiver, it’s good exercise and a chance to reset too.

What simple things help you or your loved one stay active? 👇

03/09/2026

We used to walk here a lot.

T got to stay active and work on balance, and I got my steps in and some fresh air.

The heat this year has definitely put a damper on our walks, so I’m looking forward to getting back to this when the weather cools down.

02/09/2026

T pushed through his shoulder stretches today. Frozen shoulder is no joke and some days the stiffness really fights back, but doing a little bit every single day makes a huge difference.

31/08/2026

Small things can make a long flight feel a lot more manageable. ✈️🇵🇭

31/08/2026

One thing we’ve learned through our experience: recovery isn’t about going back to the way things were. It’s about figuring out what works now.

If you’re a stroke survivor or caregiver, maybe that’s something you can take from our experience, too.