Stroke Awareness Oregon - SAO

Stroke Awareness Oregon - SAO 🧠 Education | Support | Advocacy
Helping stroke warriors, caregivers, and communities reduce the impact of stroke throughout Oregon.

Website: strokeawarenessoregon.org

After a stroke, communication can change in ways that are easy to miss at first.The best support is often simple: give e...
08/30/2026

After a stroke, communication can change in ways that are easy to miss at first.

The best support is often simple: give extra time, keep your words clear, and use writing, pictures, facial expressions, or a communication app when speech gets hard.

And remember, communication takes two. Be direct, then confirm what you understood so the conversation stays on track.

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A simple conversation about stroke readiness can change how people think about emergencies.A stroke emergency kit belong...
08/30/2026

A simple conversation about stroke readiness can change how people think about emergencies.

A stroke emergency kit belongs in every home, car, and caregiver plan. When something feels off, having the basics ready can help you act faster and with less panic.

A stroke can happen to anyone, at any time, anywhere.

Learn F.A.S.T. and help save a life

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At a community gathering, one simple conversation can change how a family faces stroke.That’s why story hour prompts mat...
08/30/2026

At a community gathering, one simple conversation can change how a family faces stroke.

That’s why story hour prompts matter. They give people a gentle way to talk about fear, recovery, and hope without having to find the perfect words.

Every stroke is different, and every family needs a different starting point.

Save this for the next time your table needs an honest conversation.

At every community event, we hear the same thing. People want to know what they can actually change to lower stroke risk...
08/28/2026

At every community event, we hear the same thing. People want to know what they can actually change to lower stroke risk.

The good news: some stroke risk factors are beyond your control, but many are not. Clean eating, staying active, and regular checkups with your doctor can all help you keep key health levels in check.

If you’re unsure where to start, ask your clinician what matters most for you and how often it should be monitored.

Book a checkup

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ACCESSIBLE YOGA: GENTLE CHAIR YOGA 🧘‍♀️Join certified yoga instructor Carli Walters for a welcoming, accessible 30-minut...
08/24/2026

ACCESSIBLE YOGA: GENTLE CHAIR YOGA 🧘‍♀️

Join certified yoga instructor Carli Walters for a welcoming, accessible 30-minute Gentle Chair Yoga class.

📅 August 28th
⏰ 3:00 PM
💻 Virtual event
💛 FREE

Carli is a certified yoga instructor from Central Pennsylvania. As a disabled instructor who experiences mobility and speech challenges, she is excited to practice with others who appreciate having an instructor they can relate to.

The class will remain virtual until fire season ends. Donations are appreciated, but never expected.

RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY:

📱 Text: 717-348-4401
📧 Email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])

The virtual class link will be sent after your reservation. Please use the phone number or email address above to RSVP or ask questions.

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A VIP night out can also help support stroke awareness.Enter now for your chance to win 4 VIP Deschutes Deck tickets to ...
08/21/2026

A VIP night out can also help support stroke awareness.

Enter now for your chance to win 4 VIP Deschutes Deck tickets to see Riley Green live in Bend, plus 2 parking passes. The prize also includes special guests Randy Houser, Kashus Culpepper, and Hannah McFarland.

Only 500 raffle tickets will be sold, and names will be drawn on September 10, 2026.

Buy your raffle tickets

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08/17/2026

When stroke symptoms seem to fade, the emergency is still not over.

Stroke signs can come and go. That does not mean it has passed. Call 911 right away if symptoms appear suddenly.

https://strokeawarenessoregon.org

08/16/2026

A community partnership can teach stroke education long before an emergency begins.

When local hospitals, leaders, and businesses show up together, the message reaches more families, more caregivers, and more neighbors who can use it.

That means more people know the warning signs, more people remember BE FAST, and more people know where to turn for support after stroke.

Build the kind of community that helps before the crisis.

Volunteer

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Interactive storytelling makes stroke education stick because people remember moments, not lectures.When a story shows a...
08/15/2026

Interactive storytelling makes stroke education stick because people remember moments, not lectures.

When a story shows a sudden change, a choice, and a fast response, the lesson feels real. That’s why a simple scenario can help someone recall BE FAST when it matters most.

Time matters. The more a message feels like a lived moment, the easier it is to share with family and friends in Oregon.

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https://strokeawarenessoregon.org

Address

695 SW Mill View Way
Bend, OR
97702

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+15413235641

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