Recovery After Stroke
Recovery After Stroke
The Brave Minds Project – Alyssa Carfi
The Brave Minds Project – Alyssa Carfi
The Brave Minds Project – Alyssa Carfi
Sunday 27th October 2019
Discover Alyssa Carfi's inspiring journey from surviving a brain bleed to founding the Brave Minds Project. Learn how community aids stroke recovery.
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Get the buttons here!The Brave Minds Project: Alyssa Carfi's Journey of Resilience and Community
Mindset is everything, but you do need people to push you. They had to hold me, but at the same time, while they were a crutch for me, they made sure that I was able to live my life.
Picture this: you're just a teenager, navigating the usual ups and downs of adolescence, when suddenly, you face a life-altering brain bleed. This was the reality for Alyssa Carfi at just 15 years old. By 18, she had undergone brain surgery to remove a cavernoma. In this episode of 'Recovery After Stroke', Alyssa opens up about her incredible journey of recovery and how it inspired her to create the Brave Minds Project.
This initiative is more than just a community; it's a lifeline for stroke survivors seeking connection and support. Alyssa's path wasn't smooth—she faced numerous setbacks, including having to defer college due to physical limitations. But with unwavering support from her family and medical team, she persevered. Through her experiences, Alyssa recognized the critical role of community in the recovery process.
The Brave Minds Project now serves as a platform for stroke survivors to share their stories, access resources, and find solidarity. In this heartfelt conversation, Alyssa delves into the importance of maintaining a positive mindset and the transformative power of support networks. She also highlights how the Brave Minds Project is working to understand and meet the needs of stroke survivors through research and community-driven initiatives.
Whether you're a stroke survivor yourself or supporting someone who is, Alyssa's story is a powerful reminder of the strength found in community and resilience. Tune in to hear how you can be part of this supportive network and find inspiration in Alyssa's unwavering spirit.