Lessons Learned in Developing a Patient-Centered Website to Support Stroke Patients and Caregivers During Transitions of Care

Stroke is one of the leading causes of adult disability in the United States, affecting almost 800,000 United States citizens annually. Inadequate care during the transition back to home can lead to poor outcomes and delayed recovery. Although the transitional care period is often complex and multifaceted, providing patients and caregivers with timely, relevant education and informational resources remains an important foundation to any transitional care service. Utilizing technology to enhance post-stroke transitional care services and provide unlimited access to information may increase survivors’ understanding and ability to manage their stroke recovery during the transition period.