The NAA offers many types of virtual programs for our aphasia community.
There are groups for support and connection, educational and training opportunities, special guest presentations and so much more.
Below is a snapshot of some of the virtual groups offered. Note that some groups are held once a month. Others are held more often. Please see our weekly calendar for days/times and to learn more about our groups.
Program: Parenting with Aphasia Topic: We talk about what it’s like raising children while having aphasia. Advisor: Lauren Schwabish When: The second Wednesday of each month from 8-9pm EST Click This Zoom Link To Join More Information: Parenting is no easy feat but can be particularly challenging when one parent has aphasia. Parenting with … Continued
Program: Technology and Supports for Aphasia Group Topic: Learn about current technology available to support people with aphasia. Advisors: Brooke Lang and Bryn Bowles When: The first Thursday of the month, 4:30-5:30pm EST Click This Zoom Link To Join More Information: In this virtual conversation group, we will share and discuss using technology to … Continued
What: “Ask the Expert”, a free, interactive webinar hosted by the National Aphasia Association. This month's topic is Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA). Who: Our experts are Dr. Treasyri Williams Wood, CCC-SLP/L, CDP and Becky Khayum, MS, CCC-SLP. They will be joined by a panel of people with PPA and care partners of people with PPA. … Continued
Program: Aphasia and Wellness Topic: Learn and share ideas about wellness and self-care for people with aphasia. Advisors: Katherine Noyes & Sharon Mosley When: One Friday per month, 1:30-2:30pm EST Click This Zoom Link To Join More Information: Join us for conversation about cultivating wellness in your daily life. Whether it’s through a yoga … Continued
Program: Black American Aphasia Conversation Group Description: An inclusive place for black people with aphasia to connect. Advisors: Michael Obel-Omia, Angie Cauthorn, and Nikki Benson-Watlington When: Every other Monday from 4-5pm EST Click This Zoom Link To Join More Information: This inclusive, aphasia-friendly group discusses a wide range of topics, including sharing tips and … Continued
Program: Game Show Group Topic: Have fun playing popular game show games with other people with aphasia! Advisor: Courtney Caruso When: One Friday per month, 12-1pm EST Click This Zoom Link To Join More Information: This group will bring popular TV game shows to life in an aphasia-friendly way. We will play games like … Continued
Program: Black American Aphasia Conversation Group Description: An inclusive place for black people with aphasia to connect. Advisors: Michael Obel-Omia, Angie Cauthorn, and Nikki Benson-Watlington When: Every other Monday from 4-5pm EST Click This Zoom Link To Join More Information: This inclusive, aphasia-friendly group discusses a wide range of topics, including sharing tips and … Continued
Program: The impact of stress and emotion on speech and swallow Topic: We talk about how stress and emotion affect people with aphasia. Advisor: Jessica Galgano When: The first Thursday of each month from 1-2pm EST Click This Zoom Link To Join More Information: This supportive group is for people with aphasia who experience … Continued
