Author: Eoin Murphy

Different Strokes for Different Folks: A guiding light in stroke recovery

Posted by Eoin Murphy | Sep 12, 2019 | Activism & Volunteering

Sometimes, when tragedy befalls someone, it makes them stronger. It makes them see the value in linking with others in the same boat to take collective action. This is how Larry Masterson responded when he joined others in Co Donegal in setting up the support group ‘Different Strokes for Different Folks’ (DSDF).

Stroke activist Larry Masterson on why he volunteers

Posted by Eoin Murphy | Sep 10, 2019 | Activism & Volunteering, OPINION/ADVICE, People

The drive to volunteer can come from anywhere. For Larry Masterson, it was something he was already committed to, but his volunteering took him in a new direction after he suffered a stroke.

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