Adam Mate interview
What does it mean to you to be named a finalist in the Stroke Awards?
Being named a finalist in the Stroke Awards means that my message has been heard by people, therefore awareness and prevention has improved.
Why is supporting stroke survivors important to you?
Surviving a stroke provided many challenges, the most important being how to enjoy your second chance of life on a daily basis.
How do you think your contribution has made a difference?
Raising awareness about stroke prevention and survival provides me an opportunity to have a purpose and fulfilment, especially when you cannot gain employment.
What motivated your efforts to work with the stroke community?
To make the most of my life with what I have.
What is one thing you would like people to know about stroke?
Having a stroke “sucks” but it is not the end, just the beginning of a lot of new challenges ---- so prevention is a much better option.
Being named a finalist in the Stroke Awards means that my message has been heard by people, therefore awareness and prevention has improved.
Why is supporting stroke survivors important to you?
Surviving a stroke provided many challenges, the most important being how to enjoy your second chance of life on a daily basis.
How do you think your contribution has made a difference?
Raising awareness about stroke prevention and survival provides me an opportunity to have a purpose and fulfilment, especially when you cannot gain employment.
What motivated your efforts to work with the stroke community?
To make the most of my life with what I have.
What is one thing you would like people to know about stroke?
Having a stroke “sucks” but it is not the end, just the beginning of a lot of new challenges ---- so prevention is a much better option.