Allan Spaan

“Survivor of Stroke… Living With Aphasia and Apraxia”

My name is Allan, and I’m a stroke survivor!

At the age of 51, I experienced a stroke, and I have since faced many challenges. I do not work.  I can't drive. I have restricted mobility on one side (right)of my body, limited arm movement, and need a leg brace and cane to walk. My biggest challenge has been dealing with speaking, reading, and spelling, including Aphasia and Apraxia — conditions I had never heard of before.

I am incredibly thankful for the presence of my loving family, which includes my wonderful wife and our two daughters.

 I’m a stroke survivor!