Transition Experiences of Stroke Survivors Following Discharge Home

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Little is known about the transition experiences of stroke survivors after discharge home. PURPOSE: The purpose of this article is to describe three domains of psychosocial experiences of stroke survivors during the first month following discharge for acute stroke. METHOD: Data were collected from 125 stroke survivors interviewed at 1 month following discharge home. RESULTS: Findings indicate that changes in sense of self, connectedness with others, and community integration presented the major challenges.