EDT: Parle Francais
Parle Francais
Come learn basic sentences in French and talk in French. This session is for people with some knowledge of the French language. FACILITATOR(S): Wendy Cook
Come learn basic sentences in French and talk in French. This session is for people with some knowledge of the French language. FACILITATOR(S): Wendy Cook
Want to meet others with aphasia and practice your speech in a small group? These sessions give you a chance to meet others with aphasia from around the world. If you struggle to get the words out, please bring whatever strategies you are using to support your communication. FACILITATOR(S): Carol Dow-Richards
Join Julie Kobak and the Thiel College SLP students to chat about a variety of fun topics! This session will meet every Tuesday. FACILITATOR(S): Julie Kobak
Join Melissa Edrich and the Nova Southeastern graduate students as they discuss fun topics. Do you like to be fooled on April 1st? Let's learn about the history of this holiday and discuss some funny April Fools’ Day pranks! FACILITATOR(S): Melissa Edrich
Join Caterina Staltari and the Duquesne students in a conversation among friends about a variety of topics. Persons with aphasia and their families often identify a key goal in communication as improving the ability to have conversations with others. Conversation goes well beyond informing people of wants and needs. Initiating a conversation and keeping a conversation going supports social closeness and information sharing. FACILITATOR: Caterina Staltari, M.A.,CCC-SLP
***This session will meet every Thursday.*** Do you enjoy learning new things and sharing your experiences? If so, please Join Dr. Kate Krival and the PennWest University – Edinboro graduate SLP students in conversation covering a variety of topics. FACILITATOR(S): Dr. Kate Krival, SLP
***This session is designed for members who need extra communication support. Mini Chat sessions will only be 30 minutes in length.*** Join this session to share about your pets. We will introduce our pets and share pictures. We hope to see you there! FACILTIATOR(S): Teresa Thompson
Want to meet others with aphasia and practice your speech in a small group? These sessions give you a chance to meet others with aphasia from around the world. If you struggle to get the words out, please bring whatever strategies you are using to support your communication. FACILITATOR(S): Carol Dow-Richards
Join Julie Kobak and the Thiel College SLP students to chat about a variety of fun topics! This session will meet every Tuesday. FACILITATOR(S): Julie Kobak
Join Caterina Staltari and the Duquesne students in a conversation among friends about a variety of topics. Persons with aphasia and their families often identify a key goal in communication as improving the ability to have conversations with others. Conversation goes well beyond informing people of wants and needs. Initiating a conversation and keeping a conversation going supports social closeness and information sharing. FACILITATOR: Caterina Staltari, M.A.,CCC-SLP
This is a support group for people with aphasia who are parenting young children or teenagers. Join us to talk about the joys and challenges of raising children. You can connect with other parents, share stories, and learn from each other’s mistakes. CarePartners are welcome to attend. FACILITATOR(S): Veronica Brown
Join Caterina Staltari and the Duquesne students in a conversation among friends about a variety of topics. Persons with aphasia and their families often identify a key goal in communication as improving the ability to have conversations with others. Conversation goes well beyond informing people of wants and needs. Initiating a conversation and keeping a conversation going supports social closeness and information sharing. FACILITATOR: Caterina Staltari, M.A.,CCC-SLP
***This session will meet every Thursday.*** Do you enjoy learning new things and sharing your experiences? If so, please Join Dr. Kate Krival and the PennWest University – Edinboro graduate SLP students in conversation covering a variety of topics. FACILITATOR(S): Dr. Kate Krival, SLP
Join Julie Kobak and the Thiel College SLP students to chat about a variety of fun topics! This session will meet every Tuesday. FACILITATOR(S): Julie Kobak
***A session for people living with aphasia for 3 years or more after your stroke to chat about all kinds of interesting topics*** It’s a new year. What are your plans to improve your health and wellbeing this year? Examples could include: exercising more, gardening and meditation. FACILITATOR(S): Dr. Glenn Goldblum & Barb Meyer
Join Caterina Staltari and the Duquesne students in a conversation among friends about a variety of topics. Persons with aphasia and their families often identify a key goal in communication as improving the ability to have conversations with others. Conversation goes well beyond informing people of wants and needs. Initiating a conversation and keeping a conversation going supports social closeness and information sharing. FACILITATOR: Caterina Staltari, M.A.,CCC-SLP
Join Melissa Edrich and the Nova Southeastern graduate students as they discuss fun topics. Are you hungry? What’s your favorite food? Come join us to discuss different foods, recipes, and more! FACILITATOR(S): Melissa Edrich
***Please Note: these sessions do not provide return-to-work pathways or guarantee return-to-work opportunities.*** Join speech therapist and researcher Sami Wong & Allie Reed as we listen and learn from Virtual Connections members about their work stories. Work can be an important part of our identities, and “work” has many meanings. This can include parenting, caregiving, traditional careers, volunteering, and more. FACILITATOR(S): Sami Wong & Allie Reed
Join Caterina Staltari and the Duquesne students in a conversation among friends about a variety of topics. Persons with aphasia and their families often identify a key goal in communication as improving the ability to have conversations with others. Conversation goes well beyond informing people of wants and needs. Initiating a conversation and keeping a conversation going supports social closeness and information sharing. FACILITATOR: Caterina Staltari, M.A.,CCC-SLP
***This session will meet every Thursday.*** Do you enjoy learning new things and sharing your experiences? If so, please Join Dr. Kate Krival and the PennWest University – Edinboro graduate SLP students in conversation covering a variety of topics. FACILITATOR(S): Dr. Kate Krival, SLP
Let's talk about Grammarly! Grammarly can do more than check your spelling. It can also give you suggestions about your word choice, punctuation, and grammar. It can even re-write whole sentences or paragraphs! Please share your writing tips and tricks too. FACILITATOR(S): Michelle Gravier
Gather with other young women for open talks, share tips for moving forward, and discuss what other young women want to talk about; from the fun stuff to the hard topics. We’re here for support and encouragement! FACILITATOR(S): Shelley Laitinen
Join Julie Kobak and the Thiel College SLP students to chat about a variety of fun topics! This session will meet every Tuesday. FACILITATOR(S): Julie Kobak
Aphasia, apraxia, dysarthria...what does that all mean??? Interested in learning more about the brain, strokes, and aphasia? Join this session hosted by a speech therapist to learn more! Bring your questions! FACILITATOR(S): Allie Reed
Share pet stories, photos, learn fun facts and play trivia games about animals of the world. Let's talk about the many benefits of having animals in our lives. All are welcome including those who don’t have pets but love animals! FACILITATOR(S): Sharon Antonucci
Virtual Connections is the only international aphasia support program of its kind. Something that makes VC unique is how we bring together people with aphasia from all over the world! Wherever you live in the world, join this session to connect with others living with aphasia! FACILITATOR(S): Sarah Gundy
***This is a working class. Bring a paper, pen, or whiteboard to write or draw with. Bring your phone camera if you want to take pictures of any of the visuals to support you for the week.*** This motivational session will share tips and ideas to improve life with aphasia. We will learn how to make an action plan for…
Let's talk. Bring your favorite morning beverage, chosen topics, and communication supports. FACILITATOR(S): Patricia Gauthier
***This session is for YOUNG SURVIVORS, AGES 19-40 ONLY.*** Join other young people with aphasia for fun group activities and lots of conversation! Members will be encouraged to help guide the topic of conversation and engage with each other. FACILITATOR(S): Ann Blau
Want to meet others with aphasia and practice your speech in a small group? These sessions give you a chance to meet others with aphasia from around the world. If you struggle to get the words out, please bring whatever strategies you are using to support your communication. FACILITATOR(S): Carol Dow-Richards
***This session is for couples- both the person with aphasia and partner should be in attendance.*** Calling all couples! Has your relationship changed since aphasia moved in? Is your communication different now? Has your connection and intimacy been impacted? Do you miss who you used to be? If you answered "yes" to any of these…
Join Julie Kobak and the Thiel College SLP students to chat about a variety of fun topics! This session will meet every Tuesday. FACILITATOR(S): Julie Kobak
***This session is for members who have had aphasia for less than 2 years.*** Are you NEW to aphasia? Join this Open Chat session where you can meet others with aphasia who are in a similar stage of recovery as you. If you struggle to get words out, please bring whatever strategies you are using to…
*** This session is specific to TBI survivors under 40 only (not stroke).*** Maintaining Friendships Please join us to meet other TBI survivors under 40. We will discuss experiences that are unique to those who are navigating their recovery as young adults. In this session, we will discuss the topic of maintaining friendships post injury.…
***Please Note: these sessions do not provide return-to-work pathways or guarantee return-to-work opportunities.*** Join speech therapist and researcher Sami Wong & Allie Reed as we listen and learn from Virtual Connections members about their work stories. Work can be an important part of our identities, and “work” has many meanings. This can include parenting, caregiving, traditional careers, volunteering, and more. FACILITATOR(S): Sami Wong & Allie Reed
***This session is designed for members who need extra communication support. Mini Chat sessions will only be 30 minutes in length.*** Join this session to share about your pets. We will introduce our pets and share pictures. We hope to see you there! FACILTIATOR(S): Teresa Thompson