Abstract:
Stroke is the second leading cause of death and third leading cause of disability
worldwide. After three months of sustaining stroke, 26% of stroke survivors require long-term
care for long-term disabilities which includes mostly hemiparesis, speech problem, swallowing
problem, sphincter dysfunction, dementia and depression for which there will be dependence for
performing activities of daily living. So far, the role of families in stroke care is not studied in the
context of Ethiopia but it is obvious that they have to adapt themselves to take care of their
patient with what they know and think is caring.