A former mayor of Highland Park is using his personal health experience to help others. DeAndre Windom, who served as mayor from 2011 to 2015, has written a book for stroke survivors and their families after experiencing five strokes starting in 2019.

His recovery has been channeled into this new book, with the goal of sharing a message of resilience and awareness. Despite the impact of the strokes on his speech, Windom remains a well-known and passionate community figure in Highland Park.

Further details about Windom's book and his journey are available from the source, including the role of his caregivers, such as his daughter, in supporting his communication.