As a result of a stroke in May 2021, I was unable to use my right arm and hand.
After my discharge from hospital I still required occupational therapy to help me regain my mobility and Paige Pollard came into my life, like a breath of fresh air, working with me from my home.
She put me through numerous exercises. Working with small objects was a challenge and she produced a variety of of things to do like puzzles, colouring in, writing between lines, practicing my signature, picking up and moving objects from one place to another, using my cell phone and many more. She introduced me to diamond dot painting and we started a small garden in a pot. Each time she arrived with something new to challenge my mobility. Squeezing oranges was very satisfying as it demonstrated how the strength in my arm/wrist had improved. Plus it was great fun.
Paige was instrumental in lifting me out of severe depression caused not only by the stroke but also from not being allowed visitors in hospital. Her visits were calming. We discussed many things that were worrying me. She is a good listener and has a knack of finding a solution. She’s easy to get along with, has a pleasant disposition and a good sense of humour.
Best wishes, Paige, as you continue your studies towards your Master’s degree and thank you for all you did for me.
Kind Regards
Dawn Hollander (Age 78)
