Laura K De La Cruz

Strokes of Color Laura K De La Cruz

A stroke can be debilitating, often leaving patients without the use of one side of their body and wheel chair bound. Anger, denial, and depression set in and it is difficult for caregivers to help stroke victims find meaning in their lives. Often stroke victims must be placed in nursing facilities and receive physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Family members will visit the victim, but are provided with few tools and resources to help structure that visit. It is also difficult for the family member to think of activities that will keep their loved one entertained and distract them from their situation. This coloring book was designed as art therapy for stroke survivors. Use it with love!