02/27/2026
When Jeff Greve collapsed from a massive hemorrhagic stroke at 58, his life changed in an instant. Once an avid runner and project manager always on the move, Jeff suddenly had to relearn how to walk, balance and trust his body again.
The right side of his body no longer responded the way it once had. But Jeff made a decision early on that would shape his recovery. “I’m not a stroke victim. I’m a stroke survivor,” he said.
After emergency care and specialized treatment at UCHealth, Jeff committed himself fully to rehabilitation. He worked through physical and occupational therapy, pushed through setbacks and kept moving forward even when progress felt slow. He completed a 10K seven months after his stroke and later a half marathon. He now uses adaptive technology to stay active and safe.
Today, Jeff channels his energy into lifting others up. He volunteers with new stroke patients, shows up consistently at support groups across northern Colorado and turns to art as a way to reflect on his journey. “There may be a new normal," said Jeff "but I personally have seen so much more good in the world since my stroke compared to what I grumbled about before.”
Jeff's inspiring journey of resilience and recovery shows that life after a hemorrhagic stroke can bring new passions.
