The Slow Road to Better

Nov 02 2024 152 ep. 25 mins 108
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This podcast produced by members of the Stroke Comeback Center in Vienna, Virginia. In each episode our members share honest and uplifting stories of how they adapt to life after stroke and brain trauma, and what keeps them going on The Slow Road to Better.

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Episode 152 - Mind the Gap

Nov 02 2024 27 mins  
In this episode, Erin talks about her trip on Amtrak to New York and the Slow Road to Better crew discuss travel.

Episode 151 - The good and the bad

Oct 01 2024 12 mins  
In this episode Nikci updates the Slow Road to Better crew on a nasty fall (the bad) and Erin recaps her birthday including a very successful sip and paint evening (the good)!

Episode 150 - SpeechFlix

Sep 05 2024 51 mins  
The Slow Road to Better crew was asked to try out and give feedback on SpeechFlix: Speech Therapy Videos for Adults. Hear their insights...the good, the bad and the random!

Episode 149 - Answers to Listener Questions

Aug 20 2024 29 mins  
In the episode, the Slow Road to Better crew answer listener's questions!

Episode 148 - Aphasia Survivors to Thrivers

Jun 25 2024 22 mins  
June is aphasia awareness month! In this episode the Slow Road to Better crew talk about what no one told them, what they think helps survivors become thrivers and randomly about showers! Go figure.

Episode 147 - Meet Nikci, Tom's drumming and a crew update

Jun 11 2024 29 mins  
In this episode the Slow Road to Better crew gets to know Nikci and everyone gives an update on what's new in their life. Drums, donkeys, and more!

Episode 146 - Ways NOT to spend $25

May 08 2024 17 mins  
In this episode, the Slow Road to Better crew talks about the best and worst ways to spend $25. They also ask for your support!

Episode 145 - Erin on Fox 5 DC - May 1 for Stroke Awareness Month

Apr 30 2024 10 mins  
The Slow Road to Better crew talks about Erin's upcoming interview on Fox 5 DC to be aired May 1 starting at 8:30AM to kick off Stroke Awareness Month. Learn more about Erin's story and BE FAST!

Episode 144 - One reason you should really wear shoes!

Apr 22 2024 17 mins  
In this episode the Slow Road to Better crew talks about NOT wearing shoes and AFOs. No members were hurt in the making of this podcast...except Tom...and he's mostly better now. An honest look at recovery and life.

Episode 143 - Tom's Takeover of the Slow Road to Better

Mar 19 2024 32 mins  
In this episode, Tom takes over and leads our discussion on travel. Somehow, we also discuss gambling, scooters at Disney and golf carts!