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
The Neuroscience of Gratitude Thanksgiving Session This month our topic in Aphasia Café will be the very timely discussion of thankfulness and gratitude. It doesn’t just happen on one day when we eat turkey and watch football… this session with present the science behind gratitude. There are, in fact, great changes to the brain when … Continued
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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
Join us for a guided meditation and conversation.
Program: Journey Through Speech Topic: Learn about travel and culture as we share facts, stories, and photos. Advisors: Craig Smith and Genevieve Richardson When: The first Friday of each month from 1-2pm EST Click This Zoom Link To Join More Information: If you love to explore the world and miss traveling, join our virtual … Continued
Program: Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) Chats Topic: A supportive conversation about Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) Advisors: Becky Khayum, Lorraine Podolsky, Christie Carroll Duhigg, Natalie Douglas, Cindy Nichols When: 1-2 Fridays a month, 2:30-3:30pm EST Join the Zoom Meeting More Information: PPA Chats are for people with PPA and their communication partners. We start as … 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: 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 second Tuesday of the month, 4:00-5:00pm EST Click This Zoom Link To Join More Information: In this virtual conversation group, we will share and discuss using technology to … Continued
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
What: Ask the Expert is a free, interactive webinar putting people with aphasia in touch with experts in aphasia-related fields. Why: To learn about important topics in aphasia from experts in our community Who: This month we will reveal the recipient of the 2024 Martha Taylor Sarno Advocacy Award! This award recognizes an individual … 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: 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 … Continued
Join us for a guided meditation and conversation.
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: Aphasia and Wellness Topic: Learn and share ideas about wellness and self-care for people with aphasia. Advisors: Katherine Noyes & Sharon Mosley When: One Thursday per month (usually the 1st Thursday) from 1-2pm Eastern Time Click This Zoom Link To Join More Information: Join us for conversation about cultivating … Continued
Program: Journey Through Speech Topic: Learn about travel and culture as we share facts, stories, and photos. Advisors: Craig Smith and Genevieve Richardson When: The first Friday of each month from 1-2pm EST Click This Zoom Link To Join More Information: If you love to explore the world and miss traveling, join our virtual … Continued
