Brighter Days: Establishing A New Normal Post-Stroke

BRIGHTER DAYS

With Sharon Guaraldi

“This past July, I was rushed to the hospital with what I learned had been a stroke... A stroke demands lifetime changes in physical, mental, emotional, daily living challenges to develop a ‘New Normal.’ For me vision and balance were substantial issues.”

And so Sharon began working with Taylor Daley, PT at Cioffredi & Associates where they developed a comprehensive course of treatment to improve her balance, strength, and eye coordination.

“Little did I know at that time, I would receive a perfect match for my needs, interests, and personality. Taylor has met and exceeded all I could dream of... As with any recovery, there are ups and downs – celebrations and challenges. I can’t say the challenges are any greater than any other recovery but they were entirely new for me – any other medical challenges I had ever dealt with had been minimal and/or known to be short-lived.”

Taylor Daley, PT, DPT

Despite the long road and great adversity along the way, Sharon persevered and made steady progress towards her goals.

“As I faced additional family and business challenges/ disappointments (including the sudden death of a nephew), Taylor was right there listening to the emotional impact and encouraging: ‘Take the time you need but don’t forget taking care of yourself.’ This rehab program became one of continued education and motivation that has truly exceeded my expectations, I believe because Taylor has so actively encouraged my desire to learn/ understand and be involved in why we are doing these exercises. I am back at work and most other activities on a limited basis including planning for interim follow-up meetings with Taylor to help keep me on track in my ‘New Normal.’”

-Sharon Guardaldi

On the Maine coast “Thinking about and looking for brighter days ahead.”