At Lingraphica, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment within the broader healthcare community. By acknowledging the disparities experienced by marginalized communities and encouraging healthcare professionals to consider the broader factors impacting health outcomes, we are striving for a more inclusive and patient-centered approach to care. Our on-demand course Equity in Healthcare:…
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Whether for business, leisure, or an event, travel takes us out of our comfort zones and pushes us to experience new things. After an aphasia diagnosis, traveling might sound more demanding than it once was. But with a few tips from us, you can set yourself up for travel success. Prep Your AAC Device For…
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Virtual Connections, an online meetup community for people with aphasia, offers many engaging sessions on a regular basis. These consistent meetups have fostered a wonderful sense of community for many groups, including the Speaking in Stride Aphasia Running Club. This virtual running club has been meeting bi-monthly for over a year and welcomes runners and…
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Lingraphica recognizes the significance of Diversity, Equity, and inclusion (DEI) in our product development. We view DEI as essential to creating products that truly cater to the needs of all users. With our long-term vision for our next generation of software and beyond, Lingraphica aims to improve user representation, inclusivity, and access, fostering a more…
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In today’s interconnected world, fostering a diverse and inclusive community is essential for promoting understanding, empathy, and growth in all aspects of life. Lingraphica recognizes our responsibility to our community, and we strive to promote equity and inclusion initiatives throughout our organization. Our Virtual Connections program embodies these values, offering dedicated sessions for women, LGBTQ+…
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Diversity and inclusion have become essential elements of building successful and forward-thinking organizations. At Lingraphica, we recognize the importance of diversity and are taking proactive steps to create a more inclusive and equitable workplace. Our internal initiatives include the ongoing work of our DEI committee, awarding quarterly honorariums to outside organizations, and establishing monthly internal…
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Lingraphica Launches Aphasia Community The Aphasia Community is a safe space for people with aphasia and their loved ones to connect with others, learn about aphasia, and grow together. Register for a free account at aphasia.com today. Visit the Aphasia Community Bruce Willis Health Update Shared by Family The family of recently retired actor Bruce…
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Update: February 16, 2023 The family of Bruce Willis announced today that the movie star has received an updated diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia, or FTD for short. In a statement, the family said, “Unfortunately, challenges with communication are just one symptom of the disease Bruce faces. While this is painful, it is a relief to…
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If you’ve seen Lingraphica’s aphasia documentary series, Their Words, then you’ll remember meeting Alyssa Fox. Shortly after turning 20 years old, Alyssa had a massive stroke. She couldn’t walk or talk, but after years of physical, speech, and occupational therapy, she’s writing the rest of her story. We recently had a chance to check in…
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Virtual Connections is proud to announce the release of the Aphasia Art & Poetry Book! This book was created by people with aphasia in the Speaking Poetry Virtual Connections Group. Speaking Poetry began in October 2020. Mark Harder, a person with aphasia and Virtual Connections member, asked to help run a poetry session with Dr.…
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