This study examined the influence of social support, life satisfaction, and
psychological well-being of caregivers of stroke patients at Federal Medical Center in
TMakurdi with 3 hypotheses. A researcher adopted a quantitative study and cross-
sectional survey research design on 325 participants aged 20-55 years. Data was collected
through a self-administered questionnaire using a psychological well-being scale, social
support scaleand life satisfaction scale, and statistical analysis was done using regression
analysis. Results revealed that there was a significant influence of perceived social support on
psychological well-being among caregivers of stroke patients; perceived life satisfaction
significantly influenced the psychological well-being among caregivers; there was a
significant joint influence of social support and life satisfaction on psychological well-being
among caregivers of stroke patients. In conclusion social support and life satisfaction
significantly influenced psychological well-being of caregivers of stroke patients. Therefore,
the study recommended that the management of the Federal Medical Center, Makurdi, should
implement psychological intervention measures to increase the well-being of caregivers of
stroke patients. Government, non-governmental organizations, and other individuals with a
compassionate interest in stroke victims should offer social support to enhance caregivers'
psychological well-being. The promotion of intervention programs such as recreational
therapy, self-care practices, stress management techniques, and finding sources of joy and
fulfillment outside caregiving responsibilities is also recommended to enhance their overall
well-being.

Key words: social support, life satisfaction, psychological well-being, caregivers, stroke patients, Federal Medical Centre, Makurdi.