BEGIN:VCALENDAR PRODID;X-RICAL-TZSOURCE=TZINFO:-//com.denhaven2/NONSGML ri_cal gem//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN VERSION:2.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DESCRIPTION:Inova Loudoun Hospital is beginning a free Stoke Survivors an d Caregivers Support Group. \; The purpose of the support group is t o provide a supportive and encouraging environment as a part of the stro ke recovery process for those who are affected by stroke and their careg ivers. \; The group will meet the second Wednesday of the month from 11 a.m. &ndash\; noon at Inova Loudoun Hospital\, 44045 Riverside Parkw ay\, Leesburg in the second floor Patient Education Room. \; Stroke is a &ldquo\;brain attack&rdquo\; cutting off vital oxygen and blood to parts of the brain that control everything we do. \; Every year\, st roke affects nearly 800\,000 people in the US. \; The survivors of s troke forever experience changes that can affect speaking\, walking\, me mory\, and thinking. \; The recovery process after a stroke is life long. \; Socializing in a supportive and encouraging environment is an important part of stroke recovery. \; Support groups allow stroke survivors and caregivers to interact with others who understand the lif e changes that occur after stroke. Participation is free and registratio n isn&rsquo\;t required. \; For further information\, please contact Robyn Thomson at robyn.thomson@inova.org. URL:http://ashburn.patch.com/events/inova-loudoun-hospital-stroke-survivo rs-caregivers-support-group-1523472f SUMMARY:Inova Loudoun Hospital Stroke Survivors &\; Caregivers Support Group LOCATION:Inova Loudoun Hospital: 44045 Riverside Pkwy\, Leesburg\, VA END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR