Mobile, AL — USA Health University Hospital offers continuing care for stroke survivors, their caregivers and families through its Stroke Survivor & Caregiver Support Group on the third Monday of each month from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

These sessions provide a vital resource for stroke survivors and their caregivers to find answers, gain coping tools, alleviate stress, and receive education—all within a supportive, safe environment.

“Support groups can help survivors and their caregivers and families feel seen and understood in complex situations, which may be hard to find within their peer groups,” said Emily Dahlmann, USA Health Stroke Program Director.

Led by Ashleigh Mackey, a stroke survivor and a USA Health Stroke Program Coordinator, the support group offers a unique opportunity for participants to share their feelings and concerns while building meaningful relationships with others facing similar challenges. The group welcomes stroke survivors and caregivers regardless of where their stroke treatment was received.

Meeting Details:

• When: Third Monday Each Month, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
• Where: Café Conference Room, Second Floor, University Hospital
• Address: 2451 University Hospital Drive, Mobile, AL 36617

The meetings focus on providing evidence-based education to promote awareness and stroke prevention, alongside emotional support for survivors and their families.

University Hospital is nationally recognized as a DNV-GL Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center and has received multiple accolades from the American Heart Association (AHA). These include the prestigious GoldPlus Get With The Guidelines – Stroke Quality Achievement Award, the Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus, Advanced Therapy award, and the Target: Type 2 Honor Roll award. These awards highlight University Hospital’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge, research-based stroke care that saves lives and improves patient outcomes.

For more information, please contact Dahlmann at (251) 471-7561 or ehaigler@health.southalabama.edu.