06/11/2026
On February 6, Angela’s life changed in an instant. While walking the track, something she did often, she suddenly grew dizzy and disoriented. The next thing she remembers is being in her car with a severe headache, calling her husband to come get her. She was having a stroke.
After three days at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital, Angela began intensive rehab at Marianjoy, including physical, occupational and speech therapy to regain function, mobility and independence with the goal of returning home.
Nearly three weeks later, she did just that, and today she continues outpatient therapy at Marianjoy to improve her short-term memory, problem-solving, eye movements and upper body strength.
“I arrived at Marianjoy not knowing what had happened to me. Thanks to all the kind, dedicated staff at Marianjoy, I’m gaining confidence, peace of mind, and I’m smiling again. I’m making it my mission to educate others on the warning signs of a stroke — and how getting help fast can make all the difference.”
