The Stroke Care Working Group (SCWG) was established in May 2021 to address the needs of individuals recovering from strokes. The NOHT-ÉSON identified people post-stroke as a priority population, underscoring the importance of improving outcomes for this group.
The Stroke Care Working Group includes representatives from across the stroke care continuum, along with subject matter experts and stroke survivors/caregivers. Its primary purpose is to support and enhance an integrated continuum of care for stroke recovery, ensuring that services are guided by evidence-based practices.
By applying a population health framework and quality improvement processes, the group aims to identify and address gaps in care, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for individuals post-stroke and driving better health outcomes across Niagara.
To find out more or to participate in SCWG activities, outline your interest in an email to the group’s Co-Leads Barb Moore (bmoore@marchofdimes.ca) or Leanne Kent (Leanne.Kent@niagarahealth.on.ca).
Stroke Care Working Group Members
Barb Moore
March of Dimes Canada - Niagara Region
Leanne Kent
Niagara Health
Dr. Cristina Batey
Hotel Dieu Shaver
Dr. Darija Vujosevic
Clinical Lead, NOHT-ÉSON
Frank Greco
Brain Injury Community Re-entry (Niagara) Inc.
Michael Franklin
Niagara Region
Kelly Stack
Brain Injury Community Re-entry (Niagara) Inc.
Sharlene Whitaker
March of Dimes Canada – Niagara Region
Karen Mackenzie
Ontario Health atHome
Amanda Westwood-Smith
Ontario Health atHome
David Ceglie
Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre
Sonali Kohli
Niagara Health
Stefan Pagliuso
Hamilton Health Sciences
Kitten Moses
Fort Erie Native Friendship Centre
Laura Stronghill
Patient/Client/Family/Caregiver Representative
Ibolya Csiszar
NOHT-ÉSON
Sabrina Piluso
NOHT-ÉSON
Jim Prescott
Patient/Client/Family/Caregiver Representative
Frank Ruberto
Niagara Medical Group Family Health Team
Vicky Riediger
Bridges Community Health Centre
Elizabeth Spaan
Patient/Client/Family/Caregiver Representative
