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AFTER STROKE
Finding your way back ...
Logo with 50 years on golden sun, blue swoosh marks denoting a path
Serving Glendora and surrounding areas for over 50 years!
AFTER STROKE
Finding your way back ...
Logo with 50 years on golden sun, blue swoosh marks denoting a path
Serving Glendora and surrounding areas for over 50 years!
Some of our gang at a recent meeting
Connect with others
Expand your horizons
Challenge yourself in a safe space
...where everybody knows your name!
FREE   Wednesdays  9am to 12pm
We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) funded in part by the City of Glendora, and the rest entirely by donations! (I know, right?!?)
Calendar
November
6
Bingo
13
Boxing with Lorraine
20
Homecoming Football
27
DARK - No Meeting
Happy Thanksgiving!
December
4
Dogtrainer Kyle from Sit Means Sit
11
Cycling America for Tourette's
Anthony Giammalva
18
Christmas Luncheon
25
DARK - No Meeting
Merry Christmas
January
1
DARK - No Meeting
Happy New Year!
8
Chair Yoga with Brittany
15
Musical Chime Concert by
Stroke Survivor Betty Price
22
To Be Announced
29
To Be Announced
Past Months
October
2
Adaptive PE with Cheri
from Citrus College
9
Sing for Joy
will serenade us
16
Farmers' Market Day
Delicious Delights
23
Horse Therapy Field Trip
in La Habra Heights
30
Halloween Party!
Costumes encouraged!
September
4
Balance with Brittany
Exercise supercharges body and mind
11
Open House & Ribbon Cutting
with the Glendora Chamber of Commerce
View Flyer
18
An "Apple" Party to celebrate
3rd Quarter Birthdays
25
Celeste and Christian from
Bridging the Gap
28
2nd Annual Chili Cook-Off
Our biggest fundraiser!
Dust off your crock pot and get your tickets!
August
7
Ice Cream Social
Sweet treats donated by Handel's
14
Therapy Dogs and Cats
Our friends from Paws-to-Share
21
Summer Salad Shindig
A cool celebration : salad potluck!
28
How We Used to Eat
Maura Graber shares history of utensils and dining
July
3
A Summer to Remember
Set some "bucket list" goals, and Library On The Go
10
Astronomy with José Aguilar
Summer stargazing tips
17
Field Trip to
The Arboretum in Arcadia!
View flyer
24
Learn About Rubel Castle
Huell Howser video on Glendora landmark
31
Gentle Chair Yoga with Molly
Stretch and de-stress
June
5
Grace Sanchez of McKinley
Building Resilience
and Library On The Go
12
Celeste and Christian of Bridging the Gap
Success After Stroke
19
Bon Fromage Cheese Tasting
Julie takes us on a "tour de tastebud"
26
2nd Quarter Birthday Party at Legends!
Celebrate retro style
May
1
Brittany Susca
Senior Exercise Specialist
8
Kentucky Derby Party
Run for the Roses!
15
Tai Chi Demonstration
Improve focus, regain mobility
22
Annual Walk 'n' Roll to City Hall
for Stroke Awareness Month
29
Stephanie Boles, Casa Colina
Speech-Language Pathologist
April
3
Charles Sine, Anti-Fragility Health
What Drives a Powerful Mindset?
10
Deborah Salazar, Thoughtful Home Care
Self-Care Tips
17
BBQ Bootcamp
Gettin' ready for next week's grill-fest!
24
2nd Annual Spring BBQ Potluck
at Finkbiner Park
March
6
Mikki Greene, After Stroker
Travels to Costa Rica
13
Library Day Debut
Check out materials from Glendora Library
20
Birthday Party
1st Quarter Celebrations!
27
Mateo Fernandez, Vital Brain Health
Foods for a Healthy Brain
February
7
Rachel Orosz, City of Glendora
Get to Know La Fetra Center
14
Valentine's Day Party
Feel the Love
21
Donna Roque, Foothill Family
Senior Self-Neglect
28
Magic with Wayne
Magic Castle Magician
January
3
No meeting
New Year's Holiday
10
Birthday Party!
4th Qtr 2023 Folks
17
Stefanie Sabounchian
Reflexologist, Reflex 2 Relax
24
Mateo Fernandez, Vital Brain Health
Neurofeedback : A New Gym for your Brain
31
Sensory Activities
Games for the Five Senses

December
6
Pat Kelly, Pianist
Holiday Sing-along
13
Jenny and Eric Patton
Language Choices Part 2
20
Christmas Party!
Catered lunch $16
White Elephant: bring a wrapped $5-10 gift
27
No meeting
Christmas Holiday
November
1
Homecoming Football Game
Competition and pom-poms
8
Brittany Susca, Senior Fitness Expert
15
Lindsey Lozano, RDN of Emanate Health
Healthy and Decadent Holiday Foods
22
No meeting
Thanksgiving Holiday
29
Special Mystery Guest!
Who? Expect the unexpected.
October
4
Barbara Llamas of Independence at Home
Oh What a Pain! Visualization
11
Spa Puerto Rico Party!
18
Field Trip to Rising Stars Horse Therapy
and Spaghetti Eddie's Catered Lunch
25
Tina Brownell of TMB Insurance
Medicare and Open Enrollment
September
6
3rd Quarter Birthday Party at Legends!
Retro Bash
13
Remember This — The '50s
Pop Culture
20
José Aguilar on Astronomy
Man returns to the moon
27
Chill Out and Chat
about upcoming 50th bash
30
50th Anniversary Chili Cook-Off
Contestants wanted!
August
2
Barbara Llamas of Independence at Home
Laughter Yoga
9
Caddyshack Pizza Party!
Summertime fun
16
Lauren and Joan of Visiting Angels
All about in-home care
23
Lindsey Lozano, RDN of Emanate Health
Brain healthy foods
30
Anna Rhoads of MedPlus Hospice
Stretching and Breathing
July
5
Eric and Jenny Patton of Inspire Change
The Power of Language
12
Celeste Palmer of Bridging the Gap
Neuroplasticity and Emotional Regulation
19
Tai Chi Demonstration with Joe and Karen
Strengthen and relax
26
Ruth Morris of LifeWave
Heal with light-activating patches
June
7
Glendora Library presents Libby
App for reading anywhere
14
Seasonal Seasonings
Cooking ideas with Chef Julie
21
2nd Quarter Birthday Party
James Bond Tea Bash
28
Stefanie Sabounchian
Reflexologist, Reflex 2 Relax
May
3
Cinco de Mayo Party
Food - Fun - Fiesta
10
Annual Walk 'n' Roll to City Hall
Celebrate Stroke Awareness
17
Abby Pascua of AgingNext
Community Resources
24
Paws-to-Share Dogs and Cats
Cuddle with furry friends
31
Hobby Day - Share your interests
and bring something you made
April
5
Dr. Tina Wang of The Brain Cell
Brain Rehab and Music
12
Dr. Michelle Lam of Sierra Pharmacy
Let's review your meds
19
Potluck BBQ at Finkbiner Park
Featuring "Chef Rick"
26
Game Day: Cash prizes!
Put on your poker face
About Us
WHO WE ARE

Back in 1973, Doctor Herbert Johnson from Casa Colina started a support group for stroke survivors. He knew that rehabbing from a stroke can take more than a few weeks of exercises, and he wanted to make sure his patients had access to resources and answers.

50 years later, he would be so proud to see what his group has become! Glendora After Stroke Center — "After Strokers" — is a non-profit, FREE, weekly support group for stroke survivors and caregivers.

We provide fellowship through talking and playing games, and hosting speakers on a wide variety of topics. We work on keeping the mind active, and those who need special help seem to find it through connecting with the other members.

Stroke survivors are the best people to help you with the everyday problems that you face. Strokers helping strokers ... caregivers helping caregivers ... that's what the stroke family is all about!

The program gives you the opportunity to talk with others who have already, or still are "walking in your shoes" or "rolling in your chair." You will also be informed about the latest stroke research treatments and will have access to a variety of resources.

Our program is conducted in a friendly, supportive atmosphere with an easy tempo. Emphasis is on enjoyment.

Our gang in 2023
OUR FOCUS

• We provide an opportunity to share concerns with other group members who are facing similar issues.

• We provide support groups for stroke survivors and for caregivers. Both groups are led by a qualified facilitator.

• We encourage stroke survivors and their families to discover and develop skills that allow them to cope with their new roles in the family and community.

• We provide information to the stroke survivors and their families about current stroke innovations and available resources.

• We provide support groups, education, entertainment, and field trips.

BOARD MEMBERS
  • Julie John, Director

    Julie John, Director

  • Jeannine Foote, President
    Helen Uitermark, Treasurer and Accountant
    Elise Monroe, Secretary and HR
    Elaine McAllister, Member
    Dr. Sue Johnson, Member
    Bonnie Singleton, Member
    Marsha Mason, Member
  • Board members

    Board Members Bonnie Singleton, Sue Johnson, Elaine McAllister, Elise Monroe, Helen Uitermark, Julie John, and Marsha Mason (Not pictured: Jeannine Foote)

STAFF & VOLUNTEERS
  • Desiree Hernandez, Aide

    Desiree Hernandez, Aide

  • Volunteers Kay John, Jodine Martin, Elaine McAllister, Christie Roy, and Elinore Kohlinberg

    Volunteers Kay John, Jodine Martin, Elaine McAllister, Christie Roy, and Elinore Kohlinberg

HISTORY

The After Stroke Program was founded in 1973 after Dr. Herbert Johnson, then medical director at Casa Colina Hospital for Rehabilitative Medicine in Pomona, conducted a survey of stroke victims who had been discharged in recent years. Many of those interviewed had become socially isolated and had regressed in their rehabilitation.

The Glendora After Stroke Center has been in operation since 1973 as a result of Dr. Johnson's findings.

The purpose of the Center was and is:

  1. To encourage the post-stroke individual to re-develop his role in the family and community through a variety of resocialization programs.
  2. To provide the environment and expertise for re-education of the stroke survivor so that what was lost might be regained, strengthened, and re-learned.
  3. To offer support and guidance to the family.
  4. To foster educational programs for better family and community understanding of stroke, its effects, and the needs of individuals involved.
  5. To offer this program as a FREE nonprofit program.

We are funded in part by the City of Glendora, and the rest entirely by donations! Throughout the years, we have partnered with Citrus College, Casa Colina, and other community groups. We've also been fortunate to attract the most wonderful volunteers during our 50+ years. Donations from members and our extended family have bolstered us during tough times. This has meant that we have always been able to provide our meetings at no cost!

Field trips, dancing, plays, sing-alongs, BBQs, animal visits, crafts, current event discussions, music classes ... these are just a small sampling of the smorgasbord of offerings over the years.

Members and visitors have had small and large transformations as they attend our weekly sessions. Friendships grow. Progress is celebrated. Hardships are shared, as are strategies for surviving and thriving. Since the Nixon era and the disco days, Glendora After Stroke Center has been a constant source of fun and friendship in the lives of Stroke Survivors and Caregivers!

TESTIMONIALS

"I like the companionship of fellow stroke survivors and helping people with similar problems." — Jim

"We are family and no one cares like family. Affords me caregiver sanity." — Elinore

"It helps me keep my sanity by meeting new people that I can relate to. It keeps me informed." — Vickie

"I like the socialization with friends and the activities." — Ron

"I look forward to spending time with my stroke family each Wednesday." — Ernie

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Glendora After Stroke Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation (Tax ID 95-4805115). Donations are gratefully accepted, and are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law.