Targeted Management Intervention for African-American Men With TIA or Stroke

Targeted Management Intervention for African-American Men With TIA or Stroke.

Stroke is the leading cause of disability, third leading cause of death, and one of the most resource-intensive diseases among Americans. African-Americans (AA) have a stroke rate nearly double that of Euro-Americans (EA), and AA who experience a first-ever stroke are younger, have greater stroke disability, more post-stroke complications, and slower recovery compared to EA.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Self-identified AA male
• Between 22 and 64 years of age (> age 21 and < age 65).
• Within 6 months of discharge for Stroke /TIA
• Planned or recent home discharge
• Barthel Index (BI) score of > 60
• Available care partner willing to participate
• Be able to speak and understand English

Exclusion Criteria:

• Individuals who are unable or unwilling to provide written informed consent