Jessica Wald, MA, CCC-SLP is a speech-language pathologist with 23 years of experience in Minnesota, primarily working with adults in hospital settings with neurogenic and complex medical diagnoses. She is a Co-Executive Director of MnCAN—Minnesota Connect Aphasia Now—the only nonprofit in Minnesota dedicated solely to supporting individuals living with aphasia and primary progressive aphasia. Jessica is passionate about advocacy, community education, and creating meaningful connections so individuals with communication disorders and their families know they are not alone.

Interest in Project

“Seeing the daily impact of aphasia on so many lives drives my commitment to advocacy and awareness. I want to help build communities where people with aphasia are better understood, supported, and included.”