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Celebrating 35 years of AAC innovation with a new brand and website

Discover Lingraphica’s refreshed brand and redesigned website as we celebrate 35 years of AAC innovation with a renewed focus on clarity, compassion, and support for every communication journey. Read more Articles 5 min read

Your Guide to Using AAC in Therapy

Using an AAC device and working on traditional therapy can be simultaneous goals. In fact, an AAC device can be part of a therapy program. Read more Articles 5 min read

What Parts of the Brain Control Speech? Understanding Language and Recovery

When certain areas of the brain are damaged, communication can be disrupted. With the right tools and strategies, individuals can regain communication skills and rebuild connections. Read more Articles

Lingraphica Announces Leadership Transition: Kevin Self to Succeed Andrew Gomory as CEO

Lingraphica announces a significant leadership transition. Current COO Kevin Self will assume the role of CEO, succeeding Andrew Gomory. Read more Articles

How to Personalize Your AAC Device for the Holidays: 5 Simple Tips

Discover 5 ways to personalize your AAC device for the holiday season. From sharing stories to preparing for travel, these tips will help make communication simple! Read more Articles

Voting With AAC: A Guide For People With Communication Challenges

Voting is a right, but for some Americans, there are hurdles to overcome. Learn about your rights and how to vote with a communication device. Read more Articles

Aphasia Support Group Members Complete Virtual 5K Race

Celebrate the inspiring achievements of aphasia support group members as they complete a virtual 5K race, proving that community and determination go hand in hand. Read more Articles

What Care Partners Should Know About AAC Customization for Aphasia

Lingraphica’s customizable AAC devices are designed to transform communication and quality of life for people with aphasia. Start your AAC journey here. Read more Articles

How Hub Was Made: The Research Behind Lingraphica’s New AAC Platform

Discover the research and development process behind Lingraphica’s Hub AAC platform, designed to enhance communication for individuals with speech impairments. Read more Articles

7 Celebrities Who Experienced Aphasia First-Hand

Aphasia is much more common than it may seem. Read these inspirational stories of famous celebrities who have experienced aphasia themselves. Read more Articles

How Parkinson’s Disease Affects Your Speech

Lingraphica products and resources, from online communities to dedicated AAC devices, help people from all walks of life. And wherever you are, we want to help keep you (and your health information) safe Read more Articles

6 Tips To Avoid Fraud And Keep Your Health Information Safe

Lingraphica products and resources, from online communities to dedicated AAC devices, help people from all walks of life. And wherever you are, we want to help keep you (and your health information) safe Read more Articles

What To Know About Communicating With An AAC Device User

AAC devices are incredible tools, but they can sometimes bring unwanted treatment to their users. Read this blog to learn AAC etiquette tips. Read more Articles

9 Signs You Might Benefit From A Communication Device

Communication devices are simple yet powerful tools that can help remove communication barriers and allow individuals with speech-related conditions to participate in life in ways that matter to them. Here are nine common signs that you or a loved one might benefit from a communication device. Read more Articles

The Aphasia Community Remembers Audrey Holland

The Lingraphica team remembers Audrey Holland and her incredible contributions to aphasia research, treatment, and understanding. Read more Articles

Be the Change: Promoting Equity and Cultural Competence in Healthcare

Learn how healthcare professionals can foster equity, cultural competence, and inclusive patient care in this insightful guide. Read more Articles

6 Tips To Traveling With Aphasia Like A Pro

Traveling with aphasia? These six expert tips will help you navigate challenges, communicate effectively, and enjoy a stress-free trip. Read more Articles

Virtual Connections Aphasia Running Club Completes A Virtual Race

Virtual Connections is the web’s premier aphasia meetup community. In this blog, read how a tight-knit online meetup group ran a virtual race together. Read more Articles

Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Lingraphica’s Commitment to User-Centric Innovation 

Learn how Lingraphica is driving diversity, equity, and inclusion through user-centric innovation in AAC technology and beyond. Read more Articles

Diversity Initiatives at Lingraphica: Virtual Connections

Discover how Lingraphica’s Virtual Connections program promotes diversity and inclusion in the aphasia and AAC community. Read more Articles

Diversity at Lingraphica: Internal Initiatives

Explore Lingraphica’s internal diversity initiatives, fostering inclusivity, equity, and a culture of belonging within the organization. Read more Articles

Aphasia News Roundup Winter 2022-23

Stay informed with the latest aphasia news, research updates, and community stories from Winter 2022-23. Read the full roundup here. Read more Articles

Bruce Willis Aphasia And Dementia Update From Family

Bruce Willis is stepping away from his career as an actor following an aphasia diagnosis. His daughter, Rumer Willis, took to Instagram to share the news about the 67-year-old movie star. Read more Articles

Aphasia Documentary Star Shares One-Year Update

Discover the inspiring one-year update from the star of an aphasia documentary. Learn about their progress, challenges, and advocacy for aphasia awareness. Read more here: Lingraphica Read more Articles

Aphasia Art & Poetry From Virtual Connections Interview

Discover how individuals with aphasia use art and poetry as a form of self-expression in this inspiring interview from Virtual Connections. Read more Articles

Understanding Aphasia And John Fetterman

John Fetterman suffered a stroke in May 2022, and his public recovery has been inspiring to many. Learn more about Fetterman and aphasia in this blog. Read more Articles

How AAC Users Can Prepare For An Emergency

AAC users face unique challenges during times of disaster. In this blog we scratch the surface of disaster preparedness for AAC users, and share some free resources to help you prepare for the worst. Read more Articles

Aphasia News Roundup Summer 2022

Lingraphica takes a look around the web for the latest stories on aphasia, TBI, and more. Read more Articles

A Message From Director Amy Russo On The Importance Of Diversity In “Their Words”

Hear from director Amy Russo on the importance of diversity in her project “Their Words: An Aphasia Documentary Series,” and where we excelled and where we fell short. Read more Articles

A Q&A With “Their Words: An Aphasia Documentary Series” Director Amy Russo

“Their Words: An Aphasia Documentary Series” provides a one-of-a-kind look into the lives of those who live with Aphasia. In this Q&A, Lingraphica hears from creator, director, and producer Amy Russo to learn about the series. Read more Articles

Lingraphica’s Michael Bord Talks To Univision About Aphasia

After the recent news broke about Bruce Willis’ diagnosis of aphasia, people have been asking, “What is aphasia?” We had the opportunity to speak about aphasia to the Spanish-speaking community and Univision. Read more Articles

Navigating The Primary Progressive Aphasia Stages

Primary progressive aphasia — or PPA — is a type of dementia that affects an individual’s speech and language. Learn about the primary progressive aphasia stages and how this condition progresses. Read more Articles

What Makes Lingraphica’s TouchTalk Plus Stand Out

The TouchTalk Plus is the newest AAC device from Lingraphica. Learn about what sets it apart in this blog that dives into each feature. Read more Articles 5 min read

Reasons for and Barriers Encountered When Working With TBI Survivors – When They’re Friends

Lingraphica Co-founder and Chief Scientist, Dr. Richard Steele, summarizes research on using VR to provide communication practice and promote wellbeing. Read more Articles

Lingraphica AAC Update Makes Switching Between Spanish And English A Breeze

Lingraphica AAC devices can switch between Spanish and English was ease thanks to dual-language mode. Learn about this important update. Read more Articles

4 Word Games For Aphasia Online

Games are fun, but they can also be helpful tools. We’ve compiled a list of games that can be fun and helpful for people with aphasia and their loved ones. Read more Articles

4 Tips On Winter Preparedness And Aphasia

Winter can be a beautiful time of year, but it can also lead to weather emergencies. Read these fast tips on winter preparedness and aphasia. Read more Articles

Senate Candidate Coleman Watson Talks Aphasia With Lingraphica

Watch this exciting video interview with senate candidate and stroke survivor Coleman Watson on his stroke, living with aphasia, and more. Read more Articles

5 Podcasts For Anyone Living With Aphasia

Listening to podcasts on aphasia can be a great way to gain inspiration and learn new things. Take a look at these 5 podcasts on aphasia and more. Read more Articles

Life With Aphasia And AAC: Bob Gives A Toast

Life With Aphasia And AAC: Bob Gives A Toast Read more Articles

How To Get An AAC Device

AAC devices help people all over the world lead more fulfilling lives. Getting one doesn’t have to be complicated. Learn why in this blog. Read more Articles

Best Free Online Reading Resources For Adults

If you have a speech or language impairment, consider the following free resources to practice your reading online. Read more Articles

Coping With A Primary Progressive Aphasia Diagnosis

A primary progressive aphasia or PPA diagnosis can be a difficult and devastating moment. Consider these steps to help guide your way through the future. Read more Articles

The Causes Of Aphasia And What Makes Them Different

While stroke is the leading cause of aphasia, there are many other causes of the condition. From brain surgery to traumatic injuries, we’ll cover the causes and the differences. Read more Articles

Lingraphica Signs On In Support Of The For The People Act

Learn why Lingraphica has signed on in support of the For The People Act, and how that legislation would protect the speech-language impairment community. Read more Articles

Lingraphica Names Juneteenth A Company Holiday

As of June 2021, Lingraphica is proud to observe the Juneteenth holiday. Learn more about our decision and the holiday’s history. Read more Articles

Introducing More Inclusive Skin Tone Options To Our AAC Devices

AAC device users are culturally and linguistically diverse. Our latest skin tone personalization feature allows for a more inclusive AAC experience. Read more Articles

6 Stroke Prevention Tips For A Healthier Life

Strokes and aphasia go hand in hand. In this blog, we’ll cover key stroke prevention tips that can keep you safe and healthy. Read more Articles

Preparing For Police Encounters If You Have A Communication Impairment

The ability to communicate helps individuals engage with their world. When communication falls short, the harsh reality is that one’s safety can be at risk. Read more Articles

Understanding The Challenges Of AAC

AAC devices are powerful tools for SLPs, but device trials and implementation present challenges. Learn about those challenges and more. Read more Articles

3 Ways To Stay Connected With Aphasia Tools, Groups, And More

Whether you’re a person with aphasia or a care partner, adapting can be challenging. Consider these tips on how to stay connected to the world around us. Read more Articles 5 min read

AAC by Setting

Although each setting can have its own challenges, incorporating AAC at any stage in the continuum of care comes with benefits. Learn more. Read more Articles 5 min read

AAC Trial Success Criteria

The key thing to keep in mind about AAC device success the potential and aptitude for increased communication; not mastery or perfection. Read more Articles 5 min read

Involving Communication Partners in AAC

Involving a family member or other communication partner in AAC device training is one of the biggest factors that increases success. Read more Articles 5 min read

AAC Device Home Practice

Sending home specific AAC assignments motivates your patient and their family to use it regularly. Here are some ideas to get them engaged. Read more Articles 5 min read

How To Introduce an AAC Device

Here are five ideas for introducing an AAC device to your patient and their loved one at the next session. Read more Articles 5 min read

Where to Begin With AAC Device Customization

Personalizing the AAC device to be more meaningful and relevant to the user is one of the most important things you can do in a device trial. Read more Articles 5 min read

How to Set AAC Goals

The goals that you and your client decide on will be unique. Here are some steps to take when deciding what AAC goals to establish Read more Articles 5 min read

Debunking AAC Myths

Deciding who is a good candidate for AAC can feel difficult because of several pervasive myths. Here's the truth about AAC device candidates. Read more Articles

4 Aphasia Myths We Hear Too Often

Unfortunately, there’s a lot of misinformation about aphasia. We took a look at some of the most common myths to set the record straight. Read more Articles

6 Hobbies To Explore If You Have Aphasia

If you have aphasia, it doesn’t mean that you can’t do your favorite activities. Explore these aphasia-friendly hobbies. Read more Articles

4 Aphasia Tips For 911 And Other Emergencies

Reevaluating emergency preparedness is a key step following an aphasia diagnosis. To prepare, review these tips that can help in the case of an emergency. Read more Articles

How To Make The Most Of Your Doctor’s Visit With Aphasia

When aphasia is involved, communicating with doctors can be challenging. Try reviewing these helpful steps to make the most of a medical visit. Read more Articles

How To Address The So-Called Aphasia Recovery Plateau

If you provide care for someone with aphasia, you know how rewarding it can be to see them improve. Learn how AAC devices can help in providing aphasia care. Read more Articles

Taking Care Of Yourself As An Aphasia Caregiver

As a caregiver for someone with aphasia, it’s easy to lose track of your own well-being. Consider these tips when looking for balance. Read more Articles

31 Caregiver Tips: Caring For Someone With Aphasia

Being a caregiver for a person with aphasia requires commitment and patience. Consider these aphasia caregiver tips to help you along the way. Read more Articles

8 Tips to Help Your Loved One With Aphasia Navigate the Holiday Season

The holidays are the perfect time to practice communication skills with your loved one. Here are 8 tips for making the holidays merry with your loved ones. Read more Articles

How to Manage a Socially Distanced Holiday Season

Having to keep our distance from one another will present some unique challenges this holiday season. Here are some tips for managing it. Read more Articles

Regaining Your Independence With an AAC Device

Having aphasia doesn’t have to stop you from having an active life within your community. Here is how an AAC device can help you. Read more Articles

How An AAC Device Can Help You Improve Your Speech

Here are a few of the therapeutic benefits that AAC device users receive and how it can help to improve speech. Read more Articles

How to Communicate with An AAC Device

Here are four simple ways that someone with a speech and language impairment like aphasia or autism can communicate using an AAC device. Read more Articles

Stroke Survivor Bob Barren Tells His Story

Bob Barron talks about his life before he suffered a stroke five years ago and how having aphasia has changed his life. Read more Articles

How to Practice Mindfulness

During these stressful and uncertain times, the practice of mindfulness can help provide a sense of calm and focus. Read more Articles

Can Your Speech Improve?

If you are wondering whether your speech will improve after an aphasia diagnosis, the evidence suggests there is hope. Read more Articles 5 min read

Transitioning to Speech Teletherapy

Speech teletherapy offers both SLPs and patients greater flexibility, accessibility, and and efficiency without compromising quality of care. Read more Articles 5 min read

Using AAC, Photos, and Drawings to Communicate Successfully

By incorporating text and personally-relevant photos, patients with aphasia can successfully use an AAC device to support storytelling. Read more Articles 5 min read

The Role of AAC In Aphasia Rehabilitation

Aphasia rehabilitation should focus on combining traditional interventions with AAC while also working to enhancing language abilities for the future. Read more Articles 5 min read

Making AAC Successful Following a Stroke

High-Technology Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) in Poststroke Aphasia: A Review of the Factors That Contribute to Successful AAC Use. Read more Articles 5 min read

Integrating AAC and Smart Home Devices

Smart home assistants are common parts of many homes. This presents an opportunity for AAC users to use these systems by adding commands to their device. Read more Articles 5 min read

Treating Primary Progressive Aphasia with AAC

Because it does not fit precisely within the framework of other types of aphasia, guidance is often needed about when and how to introduce AAC. Read More… Read more Articles 5 min read

Using Client Goals to Provide More Effective Treatment

SLPs and clients report difficulty with client involvement in goal setting. Click to read more about incorporating client goals in AAC treatment. Read more Articles

Four Ways to Improve Communication While at Home

Just because you’re spending more time at home doesn’t mean you have to stop working on improving your communication. Here are four ways to do it. Read more Articles

Brokenness and Aphasia

Stroke survivor Rochelle Anderson talks about the physical and emotional devastation caused by stroke and long-term aphasia and how they compare. Read more Articles

Tips for Managing Stress While on Lockdown

The impact of COVID-19 on those affected by aphasia can be particularly isolating. Here are some strategies for managing stress while on lockdown. Read more Articles

Four Reasons to Join Virtual Connections

This free, daily, online meetup for individuals with aphasia and their caregivers is helping many to form connections with people around the world. Read more Articles

A Simple Guide to Communicating Over Video Chat

With most of the world under social distancing orders, many are trying video chat for the first time. Here are tips to make your video chats successful. Read more Articles

4 Things to Do When You Can’t Leave Your Home

Social distancing doesn’t have to mean social isolation. Here are four things you and your loved one can do to stay connected to the outside world. Read more Articles

Safety First: Staying Happy and Healthy During COVID-19

It’s important to do everything we can to stay healthy – not just for our own sake but for our loved ones too. Here are four things you can do to avoid illness and slow the spread of coronavirus. Read more Articles 5 min read

Six Tips for Providing Speech Teletherapy

As the we to the COVID-19 crisis, speech teletherapy is becoming the preferred delivery model for many SLPs. Lingraphica has six tips to get you started. Read more Articles

3 Ways Lingraphica is Responding to COVID-19

During these uncertain times, we have taken steps to ensure the safety of our patients, their families, and healthcare providers. Click to find out more. Read more Articles

3 Communication Shortcuts for Aphasia Caregivers

Although there is no universal method when communicating with people who have aphasia, here are three communication shortcuts you can use right away. Read more Articles

9 Steps to Self-Care When Caring for Someone with Aphasia

Caring for yourself might be the most important thing you can do when you’re caring for a loved one. Here are nine tips to consider for your self-care. Read more Articles

Overcoming the Biggest Challenges Aphasia Caregivers Face

As we recently learned, the caregivers of people with aphasia face a variety of unique challenges. Here’s why it’s so critical to address them. Read more Articles

How to Deal with People Who Don’t Understand Aphasia

Talking to someone who hasn’t encountered aphasia can be awkward and frustrating. But there are ways to turn this into a positive experience. Read more Articles

Adjusting to A Loved One’s Dependence on You

Caring for a loved one who depends on you can be challenging. Learn strategies for support, self-care, and maintaining a healthy balance. Read more Articles

The Impact of Aphasia on Caregivers

Lingraphica recently issued the 2020 Aphasia Caregiver Report which offers a never-before-seen look at how the disorder impacts caregivers. Here’s a peak. Read more Articles

5 Tips for Combating the Holiday Blues

Holidays can present unique challenges for people living with aphasia and communication disorders. Here are some ways to keep the season happy! Read more Articles

Making (and Keeping) New Year’s Resolutions When Living with Aphasia

Keeping New Year’s resolutions can change your life in a meaningful way. For people with aphasia, even small changes can be life-altering down the road. Read more Articles

How to Connect with Your Grandkids During the Holidays

Here are simple things you can do to make it easier to find common interests and build strong relationships with your grandkids during the holidays. Read more Articles 5 min read

What is Video Assisted Speech Technology (VAST™)?

VAST uses multi-modal stimulation; audio, articulation video-visual and written cues to facilitate imitation of model production. Read more Articles 5 min read

10 Principles of Aphasia and Neuroplasticity

The 10 principles of neuroplasticity are evidence-based ways to leverage neuroplasticity into treatment techniques for people with aphasia. Read more Articles 5 min read

Aphasia Treatment and Care Partners

Many SLPs can recall an aphasia patient who was particularly successful in therapy. These patients tend to always have an involved care partner. Read more Articles

Shows to Binge and Talk About this Holiday Season

With the kids and grandkids around for the holidays, these are great shows for people with aphasia and their families to binge together. Read more Articles

Everyday Communication: Ordering Food

Whether you’re sharing a meal with friends or just grabbing a quick lunch for yourself, communication is a big part of the equation. Here are some tips to make eating out a success. Read more Articles

Caring for Caregivers: Managing Stress and Emotional Well-being

90% of caregivers caring for someone with aphasia reported an increase in stress levels since their loved one acquired aphasia. Here’s how to manage it. Read more Articles

Everyday Communication with Aphasia: Meeting People and Breaking the Ice

Meeting new people is a skill that is hard for many people. If you have aphasia, this situation can be even more daunting. Here are tips to make it easier. Read more Articles

Caregiver Self-Care: Get Better Quality Sleep

Lingraphica found that two-thirds of caregivers for persons with aphasia reported poor sleep quality. Here are some tips to get quality rest. Read more Articles

Six Free Aphasia-Friendly Video Games

Word games are a great for people with aphasia and caregivers to play with words. These word-based mobile video games are all free. Read more Articles

How People with Aphasia Can Find New Music and Old Favorites with Streaming Services

These streaming services let people with aphasia and their caregivers share their musical interests with their friends and family. Read more Articles 5 min read

4 Benefits of Incorporating Whiteboards in Therapy

Whiteboard apps are now commonly found on computers and tablets of all kinds and are an invaluable tool when working with people with aphasia.  Read more Articles 5 min read

3 Therapy Techniques for Targeting Apraxia

Try one of these three evidence-based therapy techniques and associated tips for targeting individuals with apraxia of speech. Read more Articles 5 min read

AAC Device Readiness

It can be hard to know the right time to introduce an AAC device to your patient is. Here are critical things to remember when recommending an AAC device to a patient. Read more Articles 5 min read

Life Participation Approach to Aphasia

LPAA, or the Life Participation Approach to Aphasia, is not strictly a therapeutic technique. It is a service-delivery model and mindset. Read more Articles 5 min read

Aphasia Assessment Tools

Here are several aphasia assessment tools available to SLPs. Learn more about each and download several for free to use during clinical sessions. Read more Articles 5 min read

AAC Device Goal Setting

To meet the goal of competence while using an AAC device, there are four areas to address: operational, linguistic, social, and strategic competencies. Read more Articles 5 min read

3 Things to Consider When Choosing AAC Devices

AAC devices supplement speech and help individuals build phrases to functionally communicate. Here is what to consider when choosing a device for a patient. Read more Articles 5 min read

5 Strategies for Incorporating AAC Into Your Practice

Here are some tried-and-true strategies from seasoned SLPs who use high-tech AAC in their practices on a regular basis to treat adults with aphasia.  Read more Articles 5 min read

Using AAC to Talk About Interests

By organizing the AAC device’s language system to reflect the client’s top interests, it allows the client more opportunities to connect with others.  Read more Articles 5 min read

8 Ways to Use the News In Therapy

TalkPath News helps adults with aphasia and is an easy way to incorporate current events into your speech-language and cognitive therapy plans. Read more