ModuleDraftMental health
Persona: employers/HR — return-to-work accommodations after stroke (supportive guide)
Employer-facing guide to supporting a returning stroke survivor: gradual return, task redesign, cognitive fatigue supports, communication accessibility, and psychological safety (non-legal).
CaregiverCaregiverIntro15 minStandard (9–12)
Educational only
Educational only — not legal advice; workplace obligations vary by jurisdiction.
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If someone expresses imminent self-harm/violence risk at work: follow your organization’s emergency protocol immediately (call local emergency services/security; do not leave the person alone if safe to stay).
Key takeaways
- Describe common post-stroke work limitations
- Apply 5 supportive accommodations
- Support psychological safety and avoid stigma
- Know when to recommend occupational health/clinical follow-up
Common limitations
- Fatigue
- Slower processing
- One-handed limitations
- Speech/language
- Appointments
Accommodations
- Flexible schedule
- Reduced multitasking
- Written instructions
- Ergonomic setup
- Remote/hybrid options
Communication accessibility
- Captioned meetings
- Short agendas
- Follow-up notes
Psychological safety
- Non-judgmental tone
- Normalize rest breaks
- Confidentiality
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