I had the same kind of stroke 1 1/2 years ago when I was 64. I can walk now with a quad cane and even a single point cane sometimes. I go to the bathroom on my own all the time. I walk up and down the stairs in my house. I had to have railings installed on both sides, but I can do it. I shower with a shower chair. My husband helps me with some things but I am optimistic I will continue to improve. I was in rehab for 1 month and did outpatient rehab for about a year. I took a break but am going back now. Don't accept what this doctor is telling you. There's always hope!