Jenny’s Stroke Journey

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In January of 2025, Jenny woke up with a feeling she couldn't shake. Something wasn't right.

She wasn't in pain, and there were no obvious symptoms that she recognized. Still, she felt unlike herself.

Concerned, she woke her husband. He immediately wanted to take her to the hospital, but Jenny was hesitant. Sensing the urgency of the situation, her husband called an ambulance.

What happened next is largely missing from Jenny's memory. Much of the first several hours after her stroke remains a blur, with only a few moments standing out.

One of the things she remembers most clearly is the paramedic repeatedly asking her to smile and raise her arms.

For nearly 12 hours, Jenny remembers very little of what was happening around her. While doctors and emergency responders worked quickly to provide care, she was trying to understand what was happening.

“When I woke up, I was not aware that I had a stroke. I was aware something bad was happening.”

As she began her recovery, a physiotherapist referred her to the Stroke Navigation Program through the Heart & Stroke Foundation of New Brunswick.

From her first call, Jenny felt supported. Throughout her recovery, she says she was surrounded by compassionate care from doctors, nurses, paramedics, and the Stroke Navigation Program team.

Today, Jenny is proud of the changes she has made to support her health and recovery. Learning how to eat well and care for herself has helped her regain confidence and feel stronger each day.

With time, support, and determination, Jenny has continued to make progress. Now, she shares her story to remind others that recovery is possible, support matters, and no one should face stroke alone.

To learn more about our Stroke Navigation Program, go to - Stroke Navigation