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Stroke Survivor Fund
Stroke Survivor Fund
What is it?
What is the
Stroke Survivor Fund?
This fund provides direct support for key rehabilitation services, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, vision therapy, and music therapy—all of which play a critical role in stroke recovery.
Focused on equity and accessibility, the Stroke Survivor Fund prioritizes individuals from underserved communities and those with limited financial means. By removing financial barriers to care, the fund helps survivors regain independence, rebuild their skills, and improve their long-term quality of life.
What the Fund Covers
What We Cover —
So You Can Recover
Therapy
Therapy
Therapy
Therapy
Requirements
for Support
- Be a stroke survivor that resides in the United States; and
- Demonstrate need for financial support for outpatient rehabilitation therapies; and
- Be uninsured; or
- Have insurance that doesn't cover outpatient therapy, or have used all outpatient therapy benefits.
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How the Process Works
Step-By-Step Guide To Applying For Support
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FAQs
You’re Not Alone in Stroke Recovery
Complete our online application and upload the required supporting documents. Every application requires proof of stroke diagnosis and proof of financial need. If the stroke survivor has insurance, documentation showing that outpatient therapy benefits have run out or that the outpatient therapy is not covered may also be required. You will not be able to complete the application without submitting the documents. Applications are reviewed on an individual basis, and the timeline for each application may be different. Even if you meet all requirements and submit all documentation, we depend on the funding available to give grants. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we may take a bit of time to respond. If you have any questions, please email survivorfund@thestrokefoundation.org.
Stroke survivors living in the United States who demonstrate financial need and need help paying for eligible outpatient therapy may apply. The stroke survivor must either have no health insurance, have used all available outpatient therapy benefits, or have insurance that does not cover the outpatient therapy they need. If the stroke survivor cannot complete the application themselves, a family member, caregiver, or medical professional may apply on their behalf.
Although we would love to be able to support all applicants, our Selection Committee reviews applications on a case-by-case basis and determine the amount granted on an individual basis to ensure we are making the greatest impact for stroke recovery. Even if you meet all requirements and submit all documentation, we depend on the funding available to give grants.
You may apply once every six months and may receive Survivor Fund assistance up to two times. If you have already received a grant, a second application cannot be reviewed or approved until the first grant has been fully paid out.
The Stroke Foundation pays the approved therapy provider directly after eligible services are provided. Providers may submit invoices as services are provided and do not need to wait until the full grant has been used. Grant funds cannot be paid directly to the stroke survivor or caregiver.
No. Survivor Fund grants can only be used for approved outpatient therapy. We cannot help pay for living expenses, medical equipment, other medical bills, insurance premiums, deductibles, copayments, coinsurance, inpatient rehabilitation, skilled nursing facility care, hospital stays, or home health therapy. Grant funds are paid directly to the approved therapy provider.
Due to the significant cost of therapies in the United States, it is unlikely that the Survivor Fund Grant will cover your entire therapy plan. The Stroke Foundation looks at each application on a case-by-case basis and reserves the right to determine the amount of the grant for each application.
No, The Stroke Foundation cannot recommend or advise on the medical facility imparting the therapy, the course of therapy recommended, or anything related to the medical treatment of a patient. Applicants are responsible for choosing an appropriate licensed outpatient therapy provider.
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The Stroke Survivor Fund provides financial assistance to stroke survivors needing outpatient rehabilitation therapies at self-pay rates. We pay therapy providers directly after receiving an invoice. We require that invoices are sent to us after services are rendered.
The patient or caregiver will provide a Letter of Commitment from The Stroke Foundation confirming the approved grant amount and use-by date. They will also receive a Provider Grant & Payment Guide explaining provider requirements, payment setup, and invoicing.
To process payment, invoices must include: - Patient’s full name and date of birth - Type of service/session provided (e.g., PT, OT, ST) - Number of sessions billed - Cost per session (self-pay rates only — no insurance billing rates) - Total amount due (not exceeding the grant amount) - Instructions for payment (bank details for ACH transfer, web portal link, or Zelle)
No. We only accept self-pay rates. We are not a payor and cannot accept insurance rates, EOBs, or related documentation.
Once you receive the Letter of Commitment and complete services, submit the invoice directly to the email address provided in the letter. Invoices must meet the above requirements. You may invoice us as services are provided. You do not need to wait until the patient has used the full grant.
We strive to process payments promptly once a complete and correct invoice is received, typically within 14 business days.
The grant amount is the maximum The Stroke Foundation will pay. Any costs beyond that are the responsibility of the patient unless other arrangements are made directly with them.
We welcome and appreciate any efforts to offer reduced self-pay rates to stroke survivors. However, it is not a requirement for participation.
Contact details will be provided in the Letter of Commitment. You can reach out directly to our Stroke Survivor Fund coordinator for any questions regarding invoicing or payments.
No. The Survivor Fund cannot pay balances remaining after insurance has been billed, including copayments, deductibles, coinsurance, or amounts left after an insurance denial. Approved services must be provided and invoiced to The Stroke Foundation at the provider’s self-pay rate.
Providers must submit: - Completed Provider Payment Information Form - Current W-9 - Active NPI and Tax ID/EIN - Voided business check or bank letter if ACH is selected Payments can only be issued to the approved clinic or business. Personal bank accounts and personal Zelle profiles cannot be used.
The Stroke Foundation cannot prepay for future therapy sessions. Payment is made after eligible services are provided because patients may not attend every planned visit. Please contact us before declining the grant. We are happy to speak directly with your billing or financial office about how Survivor Fund payments work.
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