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Freeman Sas

Painting - United Kingdon

Sas is a stroke survivor, born and living in the United
Kingdom. In 2010 Sas experienced two strokes whilst
in her mid-40s. Since her strokes she has written her
personal biography ‘Two Strokes Not Out’ and become
a mentor, motivational speaker and is passionate about
raising stroke awareness and helping support other
survivors.

In 2013, Sas was awarded the UK Stroke Associa-
tion ‘Courage Award’ for her ‘valiant efforts shown
10 throughout her recovery’ and is an Ambassador for the
Association. Sas started painting at her local Stroke
Club in 2012, something she had never done before,
when a lady came along to give a morning’s painting
opportunity.

Sas’s left hand had just about mastered a spider’s
attempt at writing so painting wasn’t going to be a
great deal better, but grabbed a paint brush and joined
in with the others. At the end of the session, the lady
insisted she take her work, along with 2 paintbrushes
and have a go at home.
This new hobby has given Sas her independence back,
is a tool to assist her brain recovery and helps raise
money for charity.