I had a stroke, I lost my short term memory. I needed help, I was given an appointment at Health First. My problem was they had let go all but one therapist for memory issues. I have a medication I have to take for my stage 4 cancer that Can Not be doubled up. I couldn't even remember if I had brushed my teeth after putting my brush away. I'd been sent to an Occupational therapist another therapist for motor skills, I was fine with all that, LUCKY, But.. not so lucky. Then several months after the stroke a therapist told me, what you need is Speech therapy! I was able to talk, there was nothing wrong with my speech, but what I found out then was memory issues was a part of Speech therapy. I'm so thankful that this therapist who could not help me herself, referred me to Surfside. My therapist Megan Muir was so patient and kind. And not just with me, in her waiting room I was able to witness her kindness & patience with other patients that had lost their ability to speak.
I was frustrated, scared I would overdose, exasperated with myself, Megan's calming attitude made me less upset with myself, and helped me learn tricks to cope, while reassuring me, you brain can be very resourceful at rewiring and to be patient with myself. She sat and listened to my concerns and helped to come up with work arounds that truly worked for me. In less than 20 visits I went from not being able to remember more than 2 out of 5 words to remembering all of the words she had given me earlier. I make lists now and check the things off as I get them done. It may seem like common sense, but when you can't even remember if you Just brushed your teeth, having someone calmly say, just Feel the Bristles are they wet? Your brain had a huge injury, You Just need to know, Did I Brush my teeth already! To have a person who without judgement will help you deal with little things while your brain has a chance to heal is Huge. Whether your Beachside or Mainland, Surfside is easy to get to just south of the 404 bridges, parking lot, and I hope you have as wonderful an experience as I did. Because yesterday I passed my testing with 100 percent!
Don't be frustrated with long waits to get help, there is a great facility right here. Thanks again Surfside. read more