Hand In Hand

Dr. John C. Kilburn Jr. is the Associate Vice President for Research and Professor of Sociology and Criminal Justice at Texas A&M International University. He has been a stroke survivor since November 27, 2001. In this episode, John shares his story and his advice to survivors and caregivers. 0’48, Early Life, and family history. 2’48’’ Life before stroke. 4’30’’ How did stroke change John’s life? 6’40’’ Were there any signs of stroke? 6’58’’ Memories of what happened on the day of stroke. 10’34 Memory of the initial days in the hospital 12’48 Initial recovery. 13’03 John’s remarkable mother in law. How did she help? 14’30 Initial therapies. 18’07 How can marital counselors be helpful? 20’53 “You do not look like you had a stroke” 22’45’’ Health after stroke 25’50’’ Advice to survivors 30’10'' Live life! 31’03'' Message to caregivers 34’04'' We are not alone 35’10'' Thank you! Laredo Stroke Support Group