The Eastern Iowa Retreat and Relax Stroke Camp lets stroke survivors and their caregivers enjoy a weekend retreat filled with relaxation, activities, learning, and fellowship. The camp, May 1 through 3 at Camp Courageous of Iowa; is jointly sponsored by University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Cedar Rapids’ St. Luke’s Hospital, and Mercy Medical Center.

Living with the effects of stroke can be isolating for both the stroke survivor and the caregivers. The Retreat and Relax Stroke Camp provides a supportive atmosphere where they can meet other survivors and caregivers and learn about strategies and techniques to address their challenges. The camp features healthy meals and structured group activities, including games, music, movies, crafts, and professional entertainment, as well as free time to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings.

The Eastern Iowa Stroke Camp will include education programs for survivors and caregivers. Physicians, nurses, speech therapists, and other experts will lead panel and group discussions on speech and memory support, balance and falls, depression and mental health, and positive thinking.

UI Hospitals and Clinics is a leading provider of stroke care in eastern Iowa. The UI Stroke Center is an accredited Primary Stroke Center and brings physicians and other health care professionals together for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of strokes. The center collaborates with physicians and community hospitals in Iowa to provide state-of-the-art stroke care.

The cost to participate in the Eastern Iowa Stroke Camp is $100. To register or learn more, call 866-688-5450 or e-mail info@strokecamp.org.

For more information:

Retreat and Relax Stroke Camp

UI Stroke Center

Primary Stroke Center