For Women, By Women

    Find your strength.
    Find your sisters.

    A supportive community and recovery tool designed specifically for female stroke survivors and their caregivers (of any gender). You don't have to do this alone.

    A diverse group of smiling women of different ages and backgrounds, including one in a wheelchair, gathered outdoors in a garden setting, supporting each other.

    Start Your Journey Today

    Select the path that best describes you to access personalized resources.

    Why We Exist

    Stroke affects women differently. The healthcare system often overlooks our unique needs, but we're here to change that.

    1 in 5

    Women will have a stroke in their lifetime

    2x

    More likely to go into long-term care

    60%

    Less likely to regain full mobility

    #1

    Cause of disability in women

    Research

    Women are under-represented in trials

    A confident young woman walking outdoors with a cane and AFO brace to support her recovery after stroke

    "Every step forward is a victory."

    More than an app.
    A lifeline.

    We combine curated content from world-renowned stroke centers with the healing power of community to help you navigate your new normal with confidence.

    • Customized, Instant Coaching - Meet Ava, your 24/7 AI companion ($4.99/month)
    • Global community of fellow female survivors
    • Mindfulness meditations
    • Helpful tools: emergency info card, medication tracker, medical team contacts, appointment manager & more!
    • Expert-curated recovery resources
    • Daily motivation and inspiration
    • Private, safe community groups
    • Progress tracking tools
    • Caregiver support & resources

    Customized, Instant Coaching

    For just $4.99/month, unlock Ava—your compassionate AI companion available 24/7. She listens without judgment, offers personalized encouragement, and helps you navigate the emotional ups and downs of recovery.

    $4.99/month

    Expert Resources

    Access tools, rehab tips, and trusted resources curated by experts to guide you through every step of recovery.

    Supportive Community

    Join a thriving community of fellow survivors who share stories, offer encouragement, and celebrate victories.

    Progress Tracking

    Track your progress across different aspects of recovery, from physical rehabilitation to emotional well-being.

    Experience Our App

    A Peek Inside

    See what awaits you in the Stroke Sisters app—supportive community chats, AI coaching with Ava, and calming meditations designed just for survivors.

    Community Chats

    Connect with sisters who truly understand your journey

    Stroke Sisters Community
    SM

    Sarah M.

    Sisters, I'm really struggling with fatigue today. I sleep all the time but never feel rested. What do you all do to help with energy levels?

    LT

    Lisa T.

    Short walks helped me so much!

    JK

    Jennifer K.

    Check your iron levels with your doctor.

    RW

    Rachel W.

    Pacing yourself is key. Rest when you need to. There's no shame in needing little breaks throughout the day.

    Meet Ava

    Your 24/7 AI coaching companion

    Chat with Ava$4.99/mo

    I'm feeling really frustrated today. My hand just won't cooperate and I dropped my coffee again.

    Ava

    I hear you, and that sounds really frustrating. Those moments can feel so discouraging. But here's the thing—you're still trying, and that takes incredible strength. Have you noticed any times when your hand cooperates better than others?

    Actually... mornings are usually better.

    Ava

    That's such an important observation! Your brain is giving you a clue. Maybe we can work with that pattern. What if you saved coffee for your morning routine? Small wins matter.

    Guided Meditations

    Find peace with meditations made for survivors

    Body Scan Meditation

    Guided by Kristin Ford

    This is just a sample. The full app includes dozens of meditations, guided exercises, and wellness resources.

    Diverse group of women survivors enjoying coffee together

    What Our Sisters Say

    Real stories from real survivors in our community.

    "Stroke Sisters is amazing with how it provides survivors with an instant community with ample resources all in one location! Be sure to check out Ava! She's the pocket pal you never knew you needed! She's nice to have (especially when you don't have friends.)"

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    Megan Thomas

    Stroke Survivor

    "Stroke Sisters has been invaluable to me—easy to navigate, full of information I wish I'd had when I had my stroke nearly four years ago, and a community where sisters truly uplift one another. Ava is my favorite feature—always available, compassionate, and understanding in a way only a fellow survivor could be."

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    Trisha Twigg

    Stroke Survivor

    "As a young stroke survivor I found it difficult to find the right kind of support. But the Stroke Sisters community has been an invaluable resource for me, offering support & understanding right when I need it."

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    Jennie Wallace

    Stroke Survivor

    "I am so blessed to be part of this amazing group, with phenomenal ladies, you have saved my life in so many ways, no amount of thank yous will ever be enough."

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    Tracy Hazelwood

    Stroke Survivor

    "I have been on this app for less than 24hrs and it has already helped me—it is a lot more helpful than I could have imagined."

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    Christina Howarth

    Stroke Survivor

    "Once you have a stroke your life will be turned upside down. Having this app has been life changing and has helped me immensely in my recovery. Thank you Angie for creating this wonderful and much needed app! I love it!!"

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    Stacey P.

    Stroke Survivor

    "Finding the Stroke Sisters private Facebook group in the early weeks of my recovery provided me with invaluable support from women who shared, not only their knowledge and experiences, but an abundant supply of kindness as well. With this app, Angie, through her labor of love, helps put that support into the hands of even more women around the world while expanding and building on what has always made Stroke Sisters great, a community filled with women sharing experiences and kindness, and provides an even more robust platform of resources and tools to help every member through their recovery."

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    Kathy Wienrank

    Stroke Survivor

    You are not alone in this journey.

    Join thousands of women who are finding their strength and reclaiming their lives with Stroke Sisters.

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