Summary: The article dives into the various accounts of stroke patients and their road to recovery. Profiles featured include Ms Lem Sok Fang, who had a hole in her heart, Mr Andrew Chiong, 50, a former sales director in the maritime industry, and dermatologist Jessica Ee.
The article also featured various forms of therapy, including cat and art therapy and home therapy. Stroke patients who cannot travel to rehabilitation centres can also make use of home therapy services by organisations such as AWWA. About 30 to 40 per cent of such clients it serves are stroke survivors, says Mr Patrick Troy, senior manager of Home Therapy at AWWA, which has been providing such services for nine years. Most of its clients are 60 and older.
Andrew credits his progress to the therapists at AWWA, as he can now enjoy some of his favourite food and drinks as his swallowing has improved. He can also move part of the right side of his body, with support from his caregivers.
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