“Aphasia is common after stroke and can have a big impact on people’s lives. The good news is that many people improve with early support and therapy.”
— NAA
Quick Facts
2,000,000+
People in the U.S. living with aphasia
38%
Of people who have a stroke get aphasia at the time of the stroke¹
25%
Of stroke survivors still have aphasia three months later²
$6,323.45
Average yearly cost per person with post-stroke aphasia (medical bills, lost work, and caregiving)³
67.8%
Of Americans have heard the word “aphasia”⁴
Recovery
Recovery often happens most in the first year after a stroke, but we know that continued efforts result in continued change. Neuroplasticity is real!⁵ Starting treatment early and being younger may help with better recovery.⁶
