Coffee Convo
Let's talk. Bring your favorite morning beverage, chosen topics, and communication supports. FACILITATOR(S): Patricia Gauthier
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…
Si tienesafasia, hablas español y te interesa practicar el idioma, ¡apúntate al Club de Español! Hablaremos de países y culturas hispánicas, nuestras familias y tradiciones, y la vida cotidiana. Esta sesión se realiza en español.…
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…
Help Dr. Dick get this day started right out in Washington state. Come listen and sing along to some favorite old songs played on the piano. Below are the lyrics…
Follow along to activate and strengthen your muscles in a seated or standing workout. All levels are welcome, feel free to have light weights or bands for an extra challenge! …
Fun, upbeat exercises to help you get words out using lyrics and rhythm! New material each month! This session is a sampler of Kiersten's BeyondHighC.com communication class for people with Aphasia.…
***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…
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…
*** 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…
Writing and texting are great ways to gather your thoughts and get your point across. Let’s practice our writing skills to improve communication. Get your pen and paper, keyboards or smartphones ready! FACILITATOR(S): Nundini Patel
***This is a closed group*** This monthly team meeting is for the VC superstars who have completed all 8 of the Pathways Webinar Series. Want to be invited to this group? Join us for the…
***This isa device user group. You must have a Lingraphica device to attend, although communication partners are encouraged to join and support users.*** In this course, users will embark on a journey to enhance communication with family members. Focus includes practical…
***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…
***This session is for military veterans only.*** Join Veteran Joe to have an open discussion and introduce new members. Share with the group and get to know other Veterans with Aphasia. FACILITATOR(S): Joseph Martin
***This group is for CarePartners or caregivers of people living with aphasia that is getting worse.*** Join Dr. Lea Kaploun and the Nova students to discuss life as a CarePartner to a loved…
***This session is for members who use assistive technology to help them communicate. Please only join this session if you use a communication board, device, or other tool to help…
***This isa device user group. You must have a Lingraphica device to attend, although communication partners are encouraged to join and support users.*** In this course, users will embark on a journey to enhance communication with family members. Focus includes practical…
***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…
Relax and unwind with some meditation and mindful breathing techniques. Learn how to practice mindful breathing in your everyday routine. FACILITATOR(S): Michael Shemesh
Si tienesafasia, hablas español y te interesa practicar el idioma, ¡apúntate al Club de Español! Hablaremos de países y culturas hispánicas, nuestras familias y tradiciones, y la vida cotidiana. Esta sesión se realiza en español.…
Come learn basic vocabulary in French. This session is for people with no knowledge or little 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…
Follow along to activate and strengthen your muscles in a seated or standing workout. All levels are welcome, feel free to have light weights or bands for an extra challenge! …
¿Quieres conocer a otras personas con afasia y practicar tu habla en un grupo pequeño? Estas sesiones le brindan la oportunidad de conocer a otras personas con afasia de todo…
Join SLP Dr. Brooke Hallowell for a fun, interactive game. Consider a variety of quirky choices. No wrong answers! Guess which of two options others would choose. Let’s talk about…
***This session is for military veterans only.*** Join Veteran Joe to have an open discussion and introduce new members. Share with the group and get to know other Veterans with Aphasia. FACILITATOR(S): Joseph Martin
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
Please join Melissa Edrich to continue our discussion about Broadway. Bring your playbills and join me to discuss some of your favorite Broadway musicals. FACILITATOR(S): Melissa Edrich
***This session is for CAREGIVERS ONLY.*** Join Dr. Lea Kaploun and the Nova Southeastern graduate students to discuss how life has changed. Life as a CarePartner for someone with aphasia brings gifts and challenges, and…
Writing and texting are great ways to gather your thoughts and get your point across. Let’s practice our writing skills to improve communication. Get your pen and paper, keyboards or smartphones ready! FACILITATOR(S): Nundini Patel
Share running stories and photos, encourage each other, and learn the many benefits of running. All running levels welcome-including those who haven’t started running yet but are just curious! …
***This is a device user group. You must have a Lingraphica device to attend, although communication partners are encouraged to join and support users.*** This course is designed to empower individuals to effectively communicate during medical appointments through practical exercises and guidance. FACILITATOR(S): John Smyth
Join to talk with others in the LGBTQIA+ community about their experiences and identities. A safe space for all! FACILITATOR(S): Carly Millanski & Danielle Millanski
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…
Come join a fellow friend with aphasia, Paula Conti, as she shares her inspirational aphasia story and the lessons she has learned along this aphasia journey. You won’t want to miss this motivational session! FACILITATOR(S): Katie Strong, Bri Morrison &…
***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…
***Esta sesión se realiza en español*** Conversemos sobre sus temas favoritos. Comida, familia, pasatiempos, experiencias...cuales son los suyos? FACILITADORA(S): Ada Ellegood
***This is a device user group. You must have a Lingraphica device to attend, although communication partners are encouraged to join and support users.*** This course is designed to empower individuals to effectively communicate during medical appointments through practical exercise and…
Come join a fellow friend with aphasia, Lisa Kenny, as she shares her inspirational aphasia story and the lessons she has learned along this aphasia journey. You won’t want to miss this motivational session! FACILITATOR(S): Katie Strong, Bri Morrison &…
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
***This session is for Survivors of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). This session is not intended for stroke survivors.*** Recovery and aphasia after a Traumatic Brain Injury can be very different from…
Follow along to activate and strengthen your muscles in a seated or standing workout. All levels are welcome, feel free to have light weights or bands for an extra challenge! …
***This is a device user group. You must have a Lingraphica device to attend, although communication partners are encouraged to join and support users.*** This course is designed to enable individuals with communication difficulties to navigate community events with confidence. Objectives are aimed to equip participants with essential skills and strategies to effectively communicate, engage, and participate in diverse social settings. FACILITATOR(S): John…
Come tune into empowering songs with SLP Dr. Brooke Hallowell and Dr. Jim Latimer on guitar. We will sing songs selected by people with aphasia to boost our spirits and…
Everyday Math for People with Aphasia Play games with other people with aphasia to help rebuild basic math skills! Join Dr. Tami Brancamp (SLP) and David Brancamp (Math Expert) to work…
***This session is for military veterans only.*** Join Veteran Joe to have an open discussion and introduce new members. Share with the group and get to know other Veterans with Aphasia. FACILITATOR(S): Joseph Martin
In this song-filled session, we will listen to popular American music throughout the decades. Let's talk about your favorite artists and songs. Along the way, we will also get to know more about each other through our connection to music. …
Please join Melissa Edrich and the Nova students in a discussion about laughter. World Laughter Day is this month. Let’s chat about the many benefits of laughing! FACILITATOR(S): Melissa Edrich
*** This session is specific to TBI survivors under 40 only (not stroke).*** Dating Please join us to meet other TBI survivors under 40. We will discuss experiences that are…
***This session is for CAREGIVERS ONLY.*** Join Dr. Lea Kaploun and the Nova Southeastern graduate students to discuss how life has changed. Life as a CarePartner for someone with aphasia brings gifts and challenges, and…
Writing and texting are great ways to gather your thoughts and get your point across. Let’s practice our writing skills to improve communication. Get your pen and paper, keyboards or smartphones ready! FACILITATOR(S): Nundini Patel
May is Better Speech & Hearing Month! Join this session to learn more about the history of the field of speech pathology and the history of aphasia! FACILITATOR(S): Allie Reed
Come join a fellow friend with aphasia, Joelle Sisto, as she shares her inspirational aphasia story and the lessons she has learned along this aphasia journey. You won’t want to miss this motivational session! FACILITATOR(S): Katie Strong, Bri Morrison…
***This is a device user group. You must have a Lingraphica device to attend, although communication partners are encouraged to join and support users.*** This course is designed to enable individuals with communication difficulties to navigate community events with confidence. Objectives are aimed to equip participants with essential skills and strategies to effectively communicate, engage, and participate in diverse social settings. FACILITATOR(S): John Smyth
***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…
Come join a fellow friend with aphasia, George Grantham, as he shares his inspirational aphasia story and the lessons he has learned along this aphasia journey. You won’t want to miss this motivational session! FACILITATOR(S): Katie Strong, Bri Morrison & George…
***This session is for families living with Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA).*** Join Dr. Fred Dicarlo and the Nova Southeastern graduate students: We’ll discuss how communication changes with PPA and ways to support conversation as PPA…
***This is a device user group. You must have a Lingraphica device to attend, although communication partners are encouraged to join and support users.*** This course is designed to enable individuals with communication difficulties to navigate community events with confidence. Objectives are aimed to equip participants with essential skills and strategies to effectively communicate, engage, and participate in diverse social settings. FACILITATOR(S): John…
Join Dr. Lea Kaploun, Dr. Hélène Fisher and the Nova Southeastern graduate students for this weekly session all about finding the positive in each and every day of your aphasia journey. Living with aphasia can reveal your inner spark of strengths and talents you never thought you had. Come join our conversation, where we learn from each…
Let's get together to discuss different make-up brands, application tips, tools, and skin care! FACILITATOR(S): Melanie Baez
***The group will meet every other week.*** Join Stroke Onward’s, Kaitlyn Fieseler and Flannery O’Neil, stroke survivors with aphasia to discuss identity and emotional health. During this group, we will talk about the emotional journey of living with aphasia and how to…
How about a song and a dance? We will watch our favorite performers in some of the most captivating scenes and musical numbers from the great movie-musicals, starting with the…
***No painting experience is required.*** This is a painting class for people who have aphasia. Bring your paint, brushes, and canvas! Come learn tips and tricks to reveal your inner artist. You…
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…