Stroke

Caring for a family member after a stroke requires focused attention on both physical recovery and emotional support. Begin by implementing domestic exercises to help rebuild self-care abilities for daily activities like bathing, toileting, and dressing. Prioritize fall prevention by ensuring safe movement techniques and removing household hazards.

Moreover, strictly follow medical instructions, including timely medication and dietary restrictions prescribed by healthcare professionals. Address potential complications like constipation through proper nutrition and hydration, while maintaining diligent skin care to prevent pressure sores in less mobile patients.  Lastly, don’t forget to help your loved one develop a positive attitude toward recovery by providing consistent encouragement and emotional support.

Source:

https://www.smartpatient.ha.org.hk/en/smart-patient-web/disease-management/disease-information/by-body-part/head-and-neck/brain/Stroke 

Yes, various services are available to support your family member’s transition from hospital to home, particularly following a stroke. According to the Hospital Authority, rehabilitation teams can develop personalized discharge plans to ensure a safe and smooth transition. These plans typically include comprehensive home safety assessments, recommendations for appropriate mobility aids, and essential training for family caregivers.

Several reputable care providers are currently offering these transition services as well. For example, Evercare provides tailored rehabilitation programs for home-based recovery, featuring professional nursing care, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. Their phased approach supports patients from initial discharge through long-term rehabilitation, helping to minimize complications while optimizing recovery outcomes.

Sources:

https://www.smartpatient.ha.org.hk/en/smart-patient-web/disease-management/disease-information/by-body-part/head-and-neck/brain/Stroke

https://www.yourevercare.com/stroke-care

In Hong Kong, stroke patients have access to various comprehensive rehabilitation services to support their recovery journey. Specialized facilities like the H.K.S.K.H. Cyril and Amy Cheung Aged Care Complex, for example,  offer multidisciplinary rehabilitation programs featuring physical therapy to restore mobility, occupational therapy for daily living skills, and speech therapy for communication recovery. These services are delivered in well-equipped facilities with intensive rehabilitation in a therapeutic environment. For community-based support, The Hong Kong Society for Rehabilitation (HKSR) provides essential services including rehabilitation programs, accessible transport, and social reintegration activities to help patients transition back to daily life.

Sources:

https://www.skhwc.org.hk/en/strategic_initiatives/stroke-rehab/

https://www.rehabsociety.org.hk/our-services/

In Hong Kong, several subsidies and financial assistance programs are available to support you during this difficult time. Here are some key options you may consider, but not limited to:

The Comprehensive Social Security Assistance (CSSA) Scheme provides aid to low-income families, covering basic necessities, rent, and additional grants for disabilities. If your family member is experiencing long-term effects from the stroke, they might qualify for the Social Security Allowance (SSA) Scheme, which offers both standard and higher-tier benefits depending on the severity of their condition.

Source:

https://www.swd.gov.hk/storage/asset/section/246/en/CSSAG042025(Eng).pdf 

https://www.swd.gov.hk/en/pubsvc/socsecu/ssallowance/