Although stroke-related deaths have decreased substantially in the last few decades, research suggests that acute ischemic stroke hospitalizations rates have increased, as well as stroke risk factors and the prevalence of people who have three to four risk factors.
Three agencies in Colorado- the Colorado Visiting Nurse Association (CVNA), Easter seals Colorado and Project Angel Heart, are looking to combine efforts in providing services for stroke survivors. With preventive wellness health services including nursing and hospice, and various myriad services such as respite care, and through the delivery of meals—these three agencies are seeking an opportunity to support stroke survivors by accelerating their return to independence following a hospital stay.