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SUMMARY:Black American Aphasia Connection
DESCRIPTION:Program: Black American Aphasia Connection \nDescription: An inclusive place for black people with aphasia to connect. \nAdvisors: Michael Obel-Omia\, Angie Cauthorn\, and Nikki Benson-Watlington \nWhen: Every other Monday from 4-5pm ET | 3-4pm CT | 2-3pm MT | 1-2pm PT \n \nMore Information: This inclusive\, aphasia-friendly group discusses a wide range of topics\, including sharing tips and some of the challenges faced living while Black and struck by an invisible\, severely underknown disability called aphasia.  We welcome all who acknowledge the existence of the unique challenges each quality poses and support the mission of creating an emotional refuge for Black people living with aphasia. This program meets every other Monday. It is advised by Angie Cauthorn (NAA Board Member and co-founder of ARCH)\, Michael Obel-Omia\, and Nikki Benson-Watlington.)
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/black-american-aphasia-conversation-group-4/2026-06-22/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T190000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260324T170048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T214011Z
UID:10002230-1782237600-1782241200@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:PPA / PPAOS Educational Series
DESCRIPTION:Program: PPA / PPAOS Educational Series \nDescription: Each month we will present on a topic related to PPA / PPAOS. \nAdvisors: Guest speakers and Kiiya Shibata \nWhen: The 4th Tuesday of the month at 6pm Eastern Time (ET) | 5pm CT | 4pm MT | 3pm PT \nMore Information: This webinar offers in-depth\, practical education specifically focused on Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) and Primary Progressive Apraxia of Speech (PPAOS). It is designed for people living with PPA or PPAOS\, their care partners and loved ones\, and healthcare professionals seeking disease-specific information. The sessions integrate clear explanations of how the brain relates to these conditions\, practical strategies\, and perspectives from those with lived experience.
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/ppa-ppaos-educational-series-2/2026-06-23/
CATEGORIES:Education and Training
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T130000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260419T124446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T124447Z
UID:10002178-1782302400-1782306000@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Program: Lunch and Learn \nTopic:  A monthly session to learn about the latest aphasia-related topics and resources. \nAdvisors: Maura Silverman and Katherine Noyes \nWhen: The 4th Wednesday of the month\, 12-1pm Eastern Time\n \nMore Information: This monthly interactive\, educational program is an opportunity to learn from experts and each other. The topic varies each month\, but features practical information\, research updates\, communication strategies\, and other resources. People with aphasia\, care partners\, professionals\, and students are all welcome.
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/aphasia-lunch-learn-2/2026-06-24/
CATEGORIES:Education and Training
LOCATION:https://aphasia.org/event/aphasia-lunch-learn-2/2026-06-24/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T130000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260406T165544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T134032Z
UID:10002245-1782475200-1782478800@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:NAA Core Impacts Townhall
DESCRIPTION:This townhall discussion is an extension of the NAA/PCORI Aphasia Patient Centered Core Impacts project.\n\nDiscuss the impacts of living with aphasia that are most important to you. Come prepared to discuss topics such as:\n\nWhat are your greatest impacts of living with aphasia?\nWhat programming would you like to see at the NAA to meet these impacts?\nWhat areas of research are most important to you?\nWhat policy areas are most important to you?
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/naa-core-impacts-townhall/2026-06-26/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260626T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260626T153000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260129T164228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T150822Z
UID:10002134-1782484200-1782487800@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:PPA/PPAOS Chat
DESCRIPTION:Program: PPA / PPAOS Chat\n\nTopic: People with Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) and Primary Progressive Apraxia of Speech (PPAOS) and their care partners are invited to learn\, share strategies\, and connect with each other.\n\nAdvisors: Becky Khayum\, Lorraine Podolsky\, Christie Carroll Duhigg\, Natalie Douglas\, Cindy Nichols\, and Kiiya Shibata\n\nWhen: The second and fourth Friday of each month\, 2:30-3:30 pm Eastern Time\n\nMore Information: This program is for people with PPA / PPAOS and their communication partners. We start as a full group\, sometimes with a short presentation. Then\, we split into breakout rooms based on PPA / PPAOS type or symptoms\, so you can learn and connect with others in a similar situation. There’s also a breakout room for communication partners. Communication partners are welcome to assist during the chat\, like using supports (i.e.\, key words\, help with words\, etc.).
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/ppa-chat-5-2/2026-06-26/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T170000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20251231T204009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T161013Z
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SUMMARY:Technology and Supports for Aphasia
DESCRIPTION:Program: Technology and Supports for Aphasia \nTopic: Learn about current technology available to support communication\, independence\, and confidence. \nAdvisors: Brooke Lang and Bryn Bowles \nWhen: The first Wednesday of the month\, 4:00-5:00pm ET | 3-4pm CT | 2-3pm MT | 1-2pm PT \nMore Information: Participants learn about using and advocating for technology such as apps\, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices\, smartphones\, AI\, and more. We discuss how to use and personalize the many options that are out there so you can become more independent in your environment. This group is advised by Brooke Lang and Bryn Bowles (Integrative Reconnective Aphasia Therapy).
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/technology-and-supports-for-aphasia-5/2026-07-01/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T140000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20251231T202219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T161421Z
UID:10002263-1782997200-1783000800@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Aphasia and Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Program: Aphasia and Wellness \nTopic: Learn and share resources and strategies for wellness and self-care for people with aphasia. \nAdvisors: Katherine Noyes & Sharon Mosley \nWhen: One Thursday per month (usually the 1st Thursday) from 1-2 PM ET \n \nMore Information: Join us to support well-being in your daily life. This may include movement\, mindfulness\, social connection\, nutrition\, or music and art. Participants share ideas and learn to approaches to living well with aphasia. This group is advised by Katherine Noyes (NAA Virtual Program Coordinator and Owner of Lotus Speech & Wellness) and Sharon Mosley (Owner of The Fit Talk Counseling and Health Coaching).
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/aphasia-and-wellness-3/2026-07-02/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T170000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260128T150140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T194417Z
UID:10002269-1783353600-1783357200@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Black American Aphasia Connection
DESCRIPTION:Program: Black American Aphasia Connection \nDescription: An inclusive place for black people with aphasia to connect. \nAdvisors: Michael Obel-Omia\, Angie Cauthorn\, and Nikki Benson-Watlington \nWhen: Every other Monday from 4-5pm ET | 3-4pm CT | 2-3pm MT | 1-2pm PT \n \nMore Information: This inclusive\, aphasia-friendly group discusses a wide range of topics\, including sharing tips and some of the challenges faced living while Black and struck by an invisible\, severely underknown disability called aphasia.  We welcome all who acknowledge the existence of the unique challenges each quality poses and support the mission of creating an emotional refuge for Black people living with aphasia. This program meets every other Monday. It is advised by Angie Cauthorn (NAA Board Member and co-founder of ARCH)\, Michael Obel-Omia\, and Nikki Benson-Watlington.)
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/black-american-aphasia-conversation-group-4/2026-07-06/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T183000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260130T185520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T183719Z
UID:10002312-1783359000-1783362600@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:PPA / PPAOS Care Partner Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Program:  Support Community For Care Partners of People with PPA and PPAOS \nAdvisor: Kiiya Shibata and Zoe Ezzes \nWhen: \n\nThe 1st Monday of the month at 5:30 PM Eastern Time (ET)\nThe 3rd Monday of the month at 7:30 PM Eastern Time (ET)\n\nMore Information: Join us for an evening support group for care partners and communication parters of people with primary progressive aphasia (PPA) and primary progressive apraxia of speech (PPAOS). This is a space for care partners\, family\, and friends of people with PPA/PPAOS to share resources and strategies\, learn about and increase awareness of PPA/PPAOS\, and find community with one another. Advised by Kiiya Shibata and Zoe Ezzes.
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/ppa-caregiver-support-group-2/2026-07-06/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T200000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20251230T204652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T153804Z
UID:10002318-1783364400-1783368000@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Aphasia
DESCRIPTION:Program: Young Adults with Aphasia \nTopic: For adults under 50 who have aphasia \nAdvisors: Kitti Tong and Katie Breece \nWhen: The first Monday of the month from 7-8pm Eastern Time \nMore Information: Young adults with aphasia have a unique experience in the aphasia community. Join us to learn\, share strategies\, and advocate for relationships\, work\, school\, health care and insurance\, therapy\, and more. This program is advised by Kitti Tong and Katie Breece\, both of whom are young adults with aphasia.
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/young-adult-aphasia-group-3/2026-07-06/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260708T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260708T130000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260611T155741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T155741Z
UID:10002351-1783512000-1783515600@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Ask the Expert - Traveling with Aphasia
DESCRIPTION:Ask the Expert\nTopic: Traveling with Aphasia \nDate: Wednesday July 8\, 2026 \nTime: 12-1pm Eastern Time (ET)  |  11-12pm Central Time (CT) |  10-11am Mountain Time (MT) | 9-10am Pacific Time (PT) \nExperts: \n\nDenise Mendez\nCraig Smith\nGenevieve Richardson\, SLP\nKristine Strobbia\, SLP\n\nSubmit Questions for the Experts \nDescription: Do you love traveling and going on vacation? Are you looking for resources and helpful tips for traveling with aphasia? People with aphasia and their caregivers are invited to join us for this webinar where we will share travel advice\, experiences\, and resources. We’ll also share information about the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Lanyard program. \nDownload the event flyer: Coming soon! \nWebinar Zoom Link \n  \nOther Helpful “Ask the Expert” Webinar Information: \n\nAll webinars are recorded. They are posted to our Ask the Expert Webinar Library and YouTube channel within a week of the live event. Resources shared during each webinar are included with the webinar information.\nSubmit questions for our experts: Please submit your questions for our experts in advance. You may also submit questions during the live webinar.\nAfter the Expert: Join us for our interactive “After the Expert” program the week after the webinar.  In this monthly educational session\, you will have an opportunity to learn more about the topic shared in this month’s “Ask the Expert” webinar and answer more questions.\nSLP Continuing Education Credit: We offer one Professional Development Hour (1 PDH) for attendees of our monthly “Ask the Expert” webinar. SLPs who attend the entire webinar will be able to download a Certificate of Verification of Attendance at the end of the webinar to count toward one hour of your continuing education requirements. A certificate is not offered for those who only watch the recording.
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/ask-the-expert-traveling/
CATEGORIES:Education and Training
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T210000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260406T173036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T145359Z
UID:10002289-1783540800-1783544400@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Parenting With Aphasia
DESCRIPTION:Program: Parenting with Aphasia \nTopic: Share resources\, strategies\, and experiences related to raising children while having aphasia. \nAdvisor: Lauren Schwabish \nWhen: The second Wednesday of each month from 8-9PM ET \n \nMore Information: 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 supportive\, non-judgmental space to share resources and strategies\, 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 advised by Lauren Schwabish (Owner of Neuro Speech Services).
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/parenting-with-aphasia-3/2026-07-08/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260710T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260710T153000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260129T164228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T150822Z
UID:10002295-1783693800-1783697400@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:PPA/PPAOS Chat
DESCRIPTION:Program: PPA / PPAOS Chat\n\nTopic: People with Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) and Primary Progressive Apraxia of Speech (PPAOS) and their care partners are invited to learn\, share strategies\, and connect with each other.\n\nAdvisors: Becky Khayum\, Lorraine Podolsky\, Christie Carroll Duhigg\, Natalie Douglas\, Cindy Nichols\, and Kiiya Shibata\n\nWhen: The second and fourth Friday of each month\, 2:30-3:30 pm Eastern Time\n\nMore Information: This program is for people with PPA / PPAOS and their communication partners. We start as a full group\, sometimes with a short presentation. Then\, we split into breakout rooms based on PPA / PPAOS type or symptoms\, so you can learn and connect with others in a similar situation. There’s also a breakout room for communication partners. Communication partners are welcome to assist during the chat\, like using supports (i.e.\, key words\, help with words\, etc.).
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/ppa-chat-5-2/2026-07-10/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260715T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260715T130000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260105T155309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T154841Z
UID:10002249-1784116800-1784120400@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:After the Expert
DESCRIPTION:Program: After the Expert \nTopic: An opportunity to learn more about this month’s “Ask the Expert” webinar from experts and each other. \nAdvisors: Maura Silverman and Katherine Noyes \nWhen: The Wednesday following the “Ask the Expert” each month from 12-1pm Eastern Time (ET) | 11am-12pm CT | 10-11am MT | 9-10am PT\n*usually the third Wednesday of the month \nMore Information: Did you join our “Ask the Expert” webinar live this month?  Or have you had a chance to watch the recording? In this monthly interactive educational session\, we will have an opportunity to learn more about the topic shared in this month’s “Ask the Expert” webinar and have more questions answered. All are welcome; bring your questions\, feedback\, and ideas!
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/after-the-expert-4-2/2026-07-15/
CATEGORIES:Education and Training
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T170000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260128T150140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T194417Z
UID:10002270-1784563200-1784566800@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Black American Aphasia Connection
DESCRIPTION:Program: Black American Aphasia Connection \nDescription: An inclusive place for black people with aphasia to connect. \nAdvisors: Michael Obel-Omia\, Angie Cauthorn\, and Nikki Benson-Watlington \nWhen: Every other Monday from 4-5pm ET | 3-4pm CT | 2-3pm MT | 1-2pm PT \n \nMore Information: This inclusive\, aphasia-friendly group discusses a wide range of topics\, including sharing tips and some of the challenges faced living while Black and struck by an invisible\, severely underknown disability called aphasia.  We welcome all who acknowledge the existence of the unique challenges each quality poses and support the mission of creating an emotional refuge for Black people living with aphasia. This program meets every other Monday. It is advised by Angie Cauthorn (NAA Board Member and co-founder of ARCH)\, Michael Obel-Omia\, and Nikki Benson-Watlington.)
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/black-american-aphasia-conversation-group-4/2026-07-20/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T203000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260130T185520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T183719Z
UID:10002306-1784575800-1784579400@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:PPA / PPAOS Care Partner Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Program:  Support Community For Care Partners of People with PPA and PPAOS \nAdvisor: Kiiya Shibata and Zoe Ezzes \nWhen: \n\nThe 1st Monday of the month at 5:30 PM Eastern Time (ET)\nThe 3rd Monday of the month at 7:30 PM Eastern Time (ET)\n\nMore Information: Join us for an evening support group for care partners and communication parters of people with primary progressive aphasia (PPA) and primary progressive apraxia of speech (PPAOS). This is a space for care partners\, family\, and friends of people with PPA/PPAOS to share resources and strategies\, learn about and increase awareness of PPA/PPAOS\, and find community with one another. Advised by Kiiya Shibata and Zoe Ezzes.
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/ppa-caregiver-support-group-2/2026-07-20/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T130000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260419T124446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T124447Z
UID:10002282-1784721600-1784725200@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Program: Lunch and Learn \nTopic:  A monthly session to learn about the latest aphasia-related topics and resources. \nAdvisors: Maura Silverman and Katherine Noyes \nWhen: The 4th Wednesday of the month\, 12-1pm Eastern Time\n \nMore Information: This monthly interactive\, educational program is an opportunity to learn from experts and each other. The topic varies each month\, but features practical information\, research updates\, communication strategies\, and other resources. People with aphasia\, care partners\, professionals\, and students are all welcome.
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/aphasia-lunch-learn-2/2026-07-22/
CATEGORIES:Education and Training
LOCATION:https://aphasia.org/event/aphasia-lunch-learn-2/2026-07-22/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260724T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260724T153000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260129T164228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T150822Z
UID:10002296-1784903400-1784907000@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:PPA/PPAOS Chat
DESCRIPTION:Program: PPA / PPAOS Chat\n\nTopic: People with Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) and Primary Progressive Apraxia of Speech (PPAOS) and their care partners are invited to learn\, share strategies\, and connect with each other.\n\nAdvisors: Becky Khayum\, Lorraine Podolsky\, Christie Carroll Duhigg\, Natalie Douglas\, Cindy Nichols\, and Kiiya Shibata\n\nWhen: The second and fourth Friday of each month\, 2:30-3:30 pm Eastern Time\n\nMore Information: This program is for people with PPA / PPAOS and their communication partners. We start as a full group\, sometimes with a short presentation. Then\, we split into breakout rooms based on PPA / PPAOS type or symptoms\, so you can learn and connect with others in a similar situation. There’s also a breakout room for communication partners. Communication partners are welcome to assist during the chat\, like using supports (i.e.\, key words\, help with words\, etc.).
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/ppa-chat-5-2/2026-07-24/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T190000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260324T170048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T214011Z
UID:10002231-1785261600-1785265200@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:PPA / PPAOS Educational Series
DESCRIPTION:Program: PPA / PPAOS Educational Series \nDescription: Each month we will present on a topic related to PPA / PPAOS. \nAdvisors: Guest speakers and Kiiya Shibata \nWhen: The 4th Tuesday of the month at 6pm Eastern Time (ET) | 5pm CT | 4pm MT | 3pm PT \nMore Information: This webinar offers in-depth\, practical education specifically focused on Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) and Primary Progressive Apraxia of Speech (PPAOS). It is designed for people living with PPA or PPAOS\, their care partners and loved ones\, and healthcare professionals seeking disease-specific information. The sessions integrate clear explanations of how the brain relates to these conditions\, practical strategies\, and perspectives from those with lived experience.
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/ppa-ppaos-educational-series-2/2026-07-28/
CATEGORIES:Education and Training
LOCATION:
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T130000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260406T165544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T134032Z
UID:10002248-1785412800-1785416400@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:NAA Core Impacts Townhall
DESCRIPTION:This townhall discussion is an extension of the NAA/PCORI Aphasia Patient Centered Core Impacts project.\n\nDiscuss the impacts of living with aphasia that are most important to you. Come prepared to discuss topics such as:\n\nWhat are your greatest impacts of living with aphasia?\nWhat programming would you like to see at the NAA to meet these impacts?\nWhat areas of research are most important to you?\nWhat policy areas are most important to you?
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/naa-core-impacts-townhall/2026-07-30/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T170000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260128T150140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T194417Z
UID:10002271-1785772800-1785776400@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Black American Aphasia Connection
DESCRIPTION:Program: Black American Aphasia Connection \nDescription: An inclusive place for black people with aphasia to connect. \nAdvisors: Michael Obel-Omia\, Angie Cauthorn\, and Nikki Benson-Watlington \nWhen: Every other Monday from 4-5pm ET | 3-4pm CT | 2-3pm MT | 1-2pm PT \n \nMore Information: This inclusive\, aphasia-friendly group discusses a wide range of topics\, including sharing tips and some of the challenges faced living while Black and struck by an invisible\, severely underknown disability called aphasia.  We welcome all who acknowledge the existence of the unique challenges each quality poses and support the mission of creating an emotional refuge for Black people living with aphasia. This program meets every other Monday. It is advised by Angie Cauthorn (NAA Board Member and co-founder of ARCH)\, Michael Obel-Omia\, and Nikki Benson-Watlington.)
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/black-american-aphasia-conversation-group-4/2026-08-03/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T183000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260130T185520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T183719Z
UID:10002313-1785778200-1785781800@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:PPA / PPAOS Care Partner Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Program:  Support Community For Care Partners of People with PPA and PPAOS \nAdvisor: Kiiya Shibata and Zoe Ezzes \nWhen: \n\nThe 1st Monday of the month at 5:30 PM Eastern Time (ET)\nThe 3rd Monday of the month at 7:30 PM Eastern Time (ET)\n\nMore Information: Join us for an evening support group for care partners and communication parters of people with primary progressive aphasia (PPA) and primary progressive apraxia of speech (PPAOS). This is a space for care partners\, family\, and friends of people with PPA/PPAOS to share resources and strategies\, learn about and increase awareness of PPA/PPAOS\, and find community with one another. Advised by Kiiya Shibata and Zoe Ezzes.
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/ppa-caregiver-support-group-2/2026-08-03/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T200000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20251230T204652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T153804Z
UID:10002319-1785783600-1785787200@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Young Adults with Aphasia
DESCRIPTION:Program: Young Adults with Aphasia \nTopic: For adults under 50 who have aphasia \nAdvisors: Kitti Tong and Katie Breece \nWhen: The first Monday of the month from 7-8pm Eastern Time \nMore Information: Young adults with aphasia have a unique experience in the aphasia community. Join us to learn\, share strategies\, and advocate for relationships\, work\, school\, health care and insurance\, therapy\, and more. This program is advised by Kitti Tong and Katie Breece\, both of whom are young adults with aphasia.
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/young-adult-aphasia-group-3/2026-08-03/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T170000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20251231T204009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T161013Z
UID:10002344-1785945600-1785949200@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Technology and Supports for Aphasia
DESCRIPTION:Program: Technology and Supports for Aphasia \nTopic: Learn about current technology available to support communication\, independence\, and confidence. \nAdvisors: Brooke Lang and Bryn Bowles \nWhen: The first Wednesday of the month\, 4:00-5:00pm ET | 3-4pm CT | 2-3pm MT | 1-2pm PT \nMore Information: Participants learn about using and advocating for technology such as apps\, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices\, smartphones\, AI\, and more. We discuss how to use and personalize the many options that are out there so you can become more independent in your environment. This group is advised by Brooke Lang and Bryn Bowles (Integrative Reconnective Aphasia Therapy).
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/technology-and-supports-for-aphasia-5/2026-08-05/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T140000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20251231T202219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T161421Z
UID:10002264-1786021200-1786024800@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Aphasia and Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Program: Aphasia and Wellness \nTopic: Learn and share resources and strategies for wellness and self-care for people with aphasia. \nAdvisors: Katherine Noyes & Sharon Mosley \nWhen: One Thursday per month (usually the 1st Thursday) from 1-2 PM ET \n \nMore Information: Join us to support well-being in your daily life. This may include movement\, mindfulness\, social connection\, nutrition\, or music and art. Participants share ideas and learn to approaches to living well with aphasia. This group is advised by Katherine Noyes (NAA Virtual Program Coordinator and Owner of Lotus Speech & Wellness) and Sharon Mosley (Owner of The Fit Talk Counseling and Health Coaching).
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/aphasia-and-wellness-3/2026-08-06/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T210000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260406T173036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T145359Z
UID:10002290-1786564800-1786568400@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Parenting With Aphasia
DESCRIPTION:Program: Parenting with Aphasia \nTopic: Share resources\, strategies\, and experiences related to raising children while having aphasia. \nAdvisor: Lauren Schwabish \nWhen: The second Wednesday of each month from 8-9PM ET \n \nMore Information: 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 supportive\, non-judgmental space to share resources and strategies\, 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 advised by Lauren Schwabish (Owner of Neuro Speech Services).
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/parenting-with-aphasia-3/2026-08-12/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260814T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260814T153000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260129T164228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T150822Z
UID:10002297-1786717800-1786721400@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:PPA/PPAOS Chat
DESCRIPTION:Program: PPA / PPAOS Chat\n\nTopic: People with Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) and Primary Progressive Apraxia of Speech (PPAOS) and their care partners are invited to learn\, share strategies\, and connect with each other.\n\nAdvisors: Becky Khayum\, Lorraine Podolsky\, Christie Carroll Duhigg\, Natalie Douglas\, Cindy Nichols\, and Kiiya Shibata\n\nWhen: The second and fourth Friday of each month\, 2:30-3:30 pm Eastern Time\n\nMore Information: This program is for people with PPA / PPAOS and their communication partners. We start as a full group\, sometimes with a short presentation. Then\, we split into breakout rooms based on PPA / PPAOS type or symptoms\, so you can learn and connect with others in a similar situation. There’s also a breakout room for communication partners. Communication partners are welcome to assist during the chat\, like using supports (i.e.\, key words\, help with words\, etc.).
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/ppa-chat-5-2/2026-08-14/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T170000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260128T150140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T194417Z
UID:10002272-1786982400-1786986000@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Black American Aphasia Connection
DESCRIPTION:Program: Black American Aphasia Connection \nDescription: An inclusive place for black people with aphasia to connect. \nAdvisors: Michael Obel-Omia\, Angie Cauthorn\, and Nikki Benson-Watlington \nWhen: Every other Monday from 4-5pm ET | 3-4pm CT | 2-3pm MT | 1-2pm PT \n \nMore Information: This inclusive\, aphasia-friendly group discusses a wide range of topics\, including sharing tips and some of the challenges faced living while Black and struck by an invisible\, severely underknown disability called aphasia.  We welcome all who acknowledge the existence of the unique challenges each quality poses and support the mission of creating an emotional refuge for Black people living with aphasia. This program meets every other Monday. It is advised by Angie Cauthorn (NAA Board Member and co-founder of ARCH)\, Michael Obel-Omia\, and Nikki Benson-Watlington.)
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/black-american-aphasia-conversation-group-4/2026-08-17/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T203000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260130T185520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T183719Z
UID:10002307-1786995000-1786998600@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:PPA / PPAOS Care Partner Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Program:  Support Community For Care Partners of People with PPA and PPAOS \nAdvisor: Kiiya Shibata and Zoe Ezzes \nWhen: \n\nThe 1st Monday of the month at 5:30 PM Eastern Time (ET)\nThe 3rd Monday of the month at 7:30 PM Eastern Time (ET)\n\nMore Information: Join us for an evening support group for care partners and communication parters of people with primary progressive aphasia (PPA) and primary progressive apraxia of speech (PPAOS). This is a space for care partners\, family\, and friends of people with PPA/PPAOS to share resources and strategies\, learn about and increase awareness of PPA/PPAOS\, and find community with one another. Advised by Kiiya Shibata and Zoe Ezzes.
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/ppa-caregiver-support-group-2/2026-08-17/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260819T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260819T130000
DTSTAMP:20260620T225358
CREATED:20260105T155309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T154841Z
UID:10002250-1787140800-1787144400@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:After the Expert
DESCRIPTION:Program: After the Expert \nTopic: An opportunity to learn more about this month’s “Ask the Expert” webinar from experts and each other. \nAdvisors: Maura Silverman and Katherine Noyes \nWhen: The Wednesday following the “Ask the Expert” each month from 12-1pm Eastern Time (ET) | 11am-12pm CT | 10-11am MT | 9-10am PT\n*usually the third Wednesday of the month \nMore Information: Did you join our “Ask the Expert” webinar live this month?  Or have you had a chance to watch the recording? In this monthly interactive educational session\, we will have an opportunity to learn more about the topic shared in this month’s “Ask the Expert” webinar and have more questions answered. All are welcome; bring your questions\, feedback\, and ideas!
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/after-the-expert-4-2/2026-08-19/
CATEGORIES:Education and Training
LOCATION:
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