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Recovery and healing continue long after discharge.
Every gift helps a stroke survivor find their voice again.
Every single part of the process is meaningful for me. Beyond Stillness reminds me I am not alone. I have a purpose. We all need each other. This storycrafting process needs to be part of therapy and groups. If my story touches one person, it’s worth it.
Don’t stop what you are doing. Go out there and let people know they have a story to tell.
- Virgil Robinson
Beyond Stillness has an 8+ month waitlist of survivors ready to begin.
People ready to reframe, share, and reclaim their story.
Your gift helps us reach them sooner.
I enjoyed the process. It made me remember how strong I really am. It made me proud of myself and want to share more. Now, I want to find more ways to help others. This process was awesome!
- Karla Bigornia
Beyond Stillness: Stories After Stroke is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Tax ID # 99-1084252
P.O. Box 1646
Bend, OR 97709
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Through this process I realized that recovery is not going back to your old self.
It’s a new, unique you.
- Frida Swenson
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The storycrafting process helped me identify catalyst moments in my recovery which I will share with others going forward. I was amazed at how many life lessons I learned through my recovery journey. I highly recommend this reflective storycrafting process to stroke survivors. They will benefit from the introspection and, just as importantly, they will realize they can make a difference in other's lives - just by being their authentic self.
- Eric Anderson
Frequently Asked Questions
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Beyond Stillness helps stroke survivors craft and share their story through a guided, one-on-one process, plus community gatherings, retreats, and training for survivors ready to guide others.
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If you're a stroke survivor interested in crafting your story or dropping in for a group, please reach out through our Connect page. If you're interested in supporting this work, use the giving options above or reach out directly.
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Most resources for stroke focus on the emergency moment and the immediate aftermath. Beyond Stillness is built for what comes after; the years-long work of rebuilding identity, purpose, and connection.
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Thank you for empowering stroke survivors to articulate and share their stories of wisdom, purpose, connection, and hope.
This was the first time that I spent time reviewing the events surrounding my stroke and my recovery journey. I now have a newfound love and respect for myself, and I am more encouraged to share my stroke story with others. I have found my stroke voice. As more and more people experience strokes, it is important to let others know they are not alone. Help them break their silence and build a stronger community.
- Dr. Simbi Animashaun