Stroke Recovery Support at Home in Nairobi & Kiambu

Recovery after a stroke happens mostly at home, over weeks and months. Your loved one may have weakness on one side, trouble speaking or swallowing, or low mood — and family members can quickly become exhausted.

How I help

• Safe movement: transfers from bed to chair, walking with an aid, preventing falls
• Personal care: washing, dressing and toileting, encouraging them to use the weaker side as the therapist advises
• Eating and drinking: preparing food in the texture recommended by their doctor or speech therapist, helping at a safe pace, sitting upright
• Practising exercises: following the routine the physiotherapist or occupational therapist has given, every day
• Encouragement: recovery is slow and frustrating; patience and small daily wins matter

Working with the rehab team

I am not a physiotherapist and I don't design exercise programmes. I follow the plan from the hospital and therapists, and tell the family about progress, setbacks, or new problems.

Know the warning signs of another stroke

Learn BE FAST: Balance loss, Eyes (vision change), Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty — Time to call 999 or 112. If I notice any of these, I call for emergency help immediately and inform the family.