healings in motion is StrokeWoke. are you?
Every Second Counts.
Stroke strikes every 40 seconds in America. StrokeWoke is a community movement dedicated to stroke awareness, survivor support, and prevention — because knowing the signs saves lives.
1 in 4
people will have a stroke in their lifetime
80%
of strokes are preventable
Every 40s
someone in the U.S. has a stroke
Time = Brain
every minute, 1.9 million neurons are lost
Recognize a Stroke
B.E.F.A.S.T.
When you spot these warning signs, call 911 immediately. Every minute without treatment means more brain cells lost.
Balance
Sudden loss of balance or coordination — stumbling, dizziness, or difficulty walking with no clear cause.
Eyes
Sudden blurred or double vision, or loss of vision in one or both eyes.
Face
Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop or feel numb?
Arms
Ask them to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward or feel weak?
Speech
Ask them to repeat a simple phrase. Is their speech slurred or strange?
Time
If you see ANY of these signs, call 911 immediately. Time is critical.
If you see ANY of these signs — call 911 immediately.
Do not drive yourself to the hospital. Do not wait to see if symptoms improve. Every second matters.
Get Involved
Join the Movement
Three powerful ways to take action — whether you run, walk, show up, or lead.
Run for the Brains
October 31, 2026, 8:00 AM
Lincoln Center, Stockton, CA
A Halloween community race event spotlighting brain health. Choose your distance — a 1K for kids, a Champions Walk for brain illness survivors, a 5K, or a 10K. Every step raises awareness.
CV-RAPS Lunch & Learn
4th Tuesday of Every Month, 12:00-2:00PM
St. Joseph's Medical Center, Stockton, CA
A monthly Lunch & Learn gathering where stroke survivors, caregivers, stroke coordinators, public health professionals, and social workers break bread and hear experts share on a variety of topics from different perspectives.
Caring for the Caregiver
November 2026
Special Annual Brunch
Last year's event was awesome! A special brunch honoring healthcare CEOs and administrators to alleviate high levels of stress and anxiety. You cannot pour from an empty vessel and during this time of changes in healthcare we will take some time to acknowledge professional Caregivers. The date is TBA
Our Community
We are survivors.
We are caregivers.
We are advocates.
We are StrokeWoke.
StrokeWoke was built by and for the Stockton community — a rallying point for everyone touched by stroke. Together we educate, support, and empower. Because awareness is the first step to prevention.
Stroke doesn't discriminate. Neither do we.
StrokeWoke serves every community — regardless of age, background, or language.