December PPA Chat

The NAA set up a task force to increase our resources and outreach for people living with primary progressive aphasia (PPA) and primary progressive apraxia of speech (PPAOS) and their communication partners. These resources include virtual chats for people with PPA/PPAOS and their communication partners (family and friends).   Our free virtual PPA Chats provide … Continued

Black American Aphasia Conversation Group

The Black American Aphasia Conversation Group is a place for Black people with aphasia to share their stories, provide support, encourage meditative reflection, and brainstorm ways to advocate for relevant policies. This diverse, inclusive, aphasia-friendly group will discuss the unique challenges and gifts we share due to our experiences with disability and race, and is … Continued

Event Series Parenting With Aphasia

Parenting With Aphasia

Parenting is no easy feat, but can be particularly challenging when one parent has aphasia. Parenting with Aphasia meets virtually once a month, inviting parents with kids of all ages to join together in a safe, non-judgmental space to share experiences, receive positive peer support, and learn more about how other parents are navigating the highs and lows of modern-day parenting when aphasia is along for the ride. This group is … Continued

Event Series Ask the Expert Webinars

Ask the Expert: The Martha Taylor Sarno Advocacy Award

The Martha Taylor Sarno Advocacy Award, last year presented to Gabby Giffords, this year will be awarded to … drumroll please…our own General Michael Hayden and his lovely wife, Jeanine.  One can not underscore the importance of what this gentleman/this couple, has done for the visibility of APHASIA! From the consistent, vulnerable and authentic messaging on the X/twitter and … Continued

Black American Aphasia Conversation Group

The Black American Aphasia Conversation Group is a place for Black people with aphasia to share their stories, provide support, encourage meditative reflection, and brainstorm ways to advocate for relevant policies. This diverse, inclusive, aphasia-friendly group will discuss the unique challenges and gifts we share due to our experiences with disability and race, and is … Continued

The Impact of Stress and Emotion on Speech and Swallow

The National Aphasia Association and Open Lines Speech and Communication PC presents a new online group: The Impact of Stress and Emotion on Speech and Swallow. This group offers specialized support for people with aphasia who experience increased difficulty with thinking, processing, speaking, and/or swallowing when under stress or when feeling anxious, frustrated, depressed, apathetic, or other mental/emotional … Continued