The Aphasia Support Group of Rochester is a nationally affiliated, open group that has been active since 2012. The group meets quarterly – in-person as well as virtually (ZOOM) – on the third Thursday of the month, from 4:30-6pmEST during the months of March, June, September, and December. Persons With Aphasia (PWA) and their significant others are welcome to attend, whether newly diagnosed or living with chronic aphasia. No registration is required. Meeting format is casual, and periodic presentations are offered on topics of interest. The group is facilitated by Suzanne Johnston, MA., CCC/SLP, a speech pathologist with over 25 years of experience working with PWA and their families. For inquiries, she can be reached by email at: speechandcommunicationservices@gmail.com, or by phone at (585) 314-1807.
Services Offered
Services
Aphasia Support Group of Rochester (Both Virtual or In Person)
support and education
Third Thursday during the months of March, June, September and December from 4:30-6pmEST
Contact
Address
95 Allen's Creek Road Bldg 1, Suite 252 City of Rochester New York 14618 United States
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Clinical Trials
Clinical trials test the safety and effectiveness of new treatments. Also known as intervention studies, clinical trials test whether a new type of treatment, compared to a control or “usual” treatment, may be beneficial for people with aphasia.
A full list of registered clinical trials may be found on clinicaltrials.gov. You can filter your search by several areas including: condition, location, treatment, and certain eligibility criteria (click on “More Filters”).
Observational Studies
Observational studies, including neuroimaging studies and behavioral studies about language and other parts of cognition
Observational studies examine how people with aphasia present and how aphasia can change over time. Observational studies can help lead to the development of new therapies and provide a deeper understanding of what aphasia can “look like.”
Qualitative Studies
Qualitative studies, including interviews and focus groups
Qualitative studies can provide deeper insight into what it means to live with aphasia.
