CPSR's Dr. Michelle Ploughman wins prestigious mentorship award

July 7, 2020 Stroke rehabilitation research leader Dr. Michelle Ploughman of Memorial University has been awarded the Rhodes Inspirational Educators Award. Launched in 2016 as a way of recognizing unsung heroes in education, Rhodes Scholars were invited to nominate exceptional mentors who influenced their lives

CPSR shifts gears to respond to challenges of Covid-19 pandemic

June 17, 2020 Trials go virtual, self-management videos developed, training workshops move online, and more

Heart & Stroke updates Telestroke toolkit for clinicians during Covid-19 pandemic

May 21, 2020 An important update has been released for the Heart

Don't get webinar weary!

May 20, 2020 There are a lot of great presentations focused on stroke recovery during this time of Covid-19. Check out our newsletter for more information and links!

Free ESO-WSO webinar shares 2020 Large Clinical Trial Results

May 19, 2020 Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many researchers are unable to travel. As a result, the European Stroke Organization and World Stroke Organization are offering access to the results of 2020 large-scale clinical trials free of charge from the comfort of your home. Check out the link!

How are you coping during the Covid-19 pandemic

May 12, 2020 Heart & Stroke has developed a survey to learn your concerns and challenges during the pandemic with the goal of creating more resources and tools to help out. Take the survey. You could win a prize!

COVID-19 research funding opportunities

April 28, 2020 Thanks to the Ottawa Hospital Research Institute for compiling this list of research funding opportunities during the COVID-19 pandemic. With reports of a link between COVID-19 and stroke, increased attention is being given to the need for research in this area.

Tele-rehabilitation during the time of COVID-19

April 16, 2020 As people isolate at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, more clinicians are using telehealth tools to communicate with people living with stroke and their care partners. We want to provide some practical tips!

More resources, websites, and groups for people recovering from stroke during the COVID-19 pandemic

April 9, 2020 CPSR is compiling and updating a list of resources, including support groups, home exercise programs, videos, coaching programs and more for people who are living with stroke during this time of physical isolation. Stay tuned because the resources are updated regularly.

Free online videos for people living with stroke during COVID-19

April 7, 2020 Free online videos for people with mobility challenges to keep active during COVID-19. This list was compiled by the TIME Steering Committee at Toronto Rehab-UHN, led by Margot Catizzone, TIME Program Practice Lead and Healthcare Partner Liaison.