Module
The first week home after stroke: a day-by-day plan (survivor + caregiver)
A simple first-week checklist: safety setup, meds routine, follow-up scheduling, swallowing safety, and pacing—without overload
Recovery & RehabCaregiver, SurvivorIntro14 minPlain (6–8)
Educational only
Educational only — confirm your personalized plan with your discharge and therapy teams.
Get help now
If stroke is suspected: call your local emergency number immediately and note last known well time. For choking with trouble breathing, severe bleeding, or serious fall/head injury (especially on blood thinners): seek emergency help.
What you'll learn
- Set up home safety basics
- Start a medication routine
- Know urgent red flags
- Plan follow-ups without dropping loops
Key insight
Pick 1–2 daily rehab tasks
Day 0–1: safety + meds
- Night lights + clear paths
- Medication list + reminders
- Swallow safety plan
- Emergency numbers
Day 2–3: follow-ups + rehab
- Schedule referrals/tests
- Pick 1–2 daily rehab tasks
- Rest breaks
Day 4–5: routines
- Weekly review time
- Meal plan
- Caregiver shift plan
Day 6–7: adjust
- What’s working?
- What’s unsafe?
- Update care plan binder
Urgent red flags
- New stroke symptoms
- Falls with head injury
- Choking with breathing trouble
Practice check
Check your understanding
A few untimed questions. Pick an answer to see instant feedback, then continue to the next lesson.
0 of 3 answered
References
- National Institute of Neurological Disorders and StrokeStroke (overview)