Aphasia can present a number of challenges, both universal and personal. When speech and language abilities are disrupted, it can turn interactions that were once simple and straightforward into demanding obstacles. Things once taken for granted — making a phone call or speaking a name — emerge as hurdles. But improvement can be possible. An aphasia diagnosis…
There’s no universal experience when it comes to a doctor’s appointment. For some, interacting with the healthcare system can be overwhelming. For others, it’s no big deal. No matter what emotions one may have concerning a doctor’s visit, there’s good reason to keep going: Medical visits are vital to living a healthy life. But when…
Everyone’s path in aphasia recovery is unique. For those of you who provide any level of care for someone with aphasia, there’s at least one common trait: You all want the best for whomever you’re caring for. Becoming an aphasia caregiver is not something that you can truly anticipate. Every day can often present new…
By guest author: Devin Fisher, M.S., CCC-SLP Hello, parents, patients, and caregivers! I wanted to broach an important topic that I feel cannot be discussed enough. When you are taking care of someone else, don’t forget to take care of yourself. You’ve probably heard that you need to put on your own oxygen mask in…
By guest author: Devin Fisher, M.S., CCC-SLP Suggestions for Communicating with People with Aphasia Continue to treat people with aphasia as the mature adults that they are. Regard people with aphasia as communicating individuals even though they may not understand what you are saying. Don’t bombard them with too much speech or too many people…
The holiday season is in full swing, and you might be feeling concerned about how to take care of your loved one with language and/or communication challenges, such as aphasia due to stroke. Believe it or not, this season is the perfect time to practice language and communication skills with your loved one. Here are…
This year the holidays are going to look a little different. Health organizations around the world are advising the public to limit indoor gatherings to curb the spread of COVID-19. If you are living with aphasia or someone who has aphasia, feeling isolated or alone might be common. But this year’s holiday season and social…
Having aphasia doesn’t have to stop you from being an active participant in your community. A Lingraphica AAC device can make everyday outings simple and accessible. Whether you want to order from your favorite restaurants, express concerns to your doctor, or ask for help in case of an emergency, a device can help. Watch this…
Surviving a stroke and being diagnosed with aphasia is a harrowing experience. Although many individuals fully or partially recover from aphasia within the first year, others endure moderate to severe aphasia for years or even for the rest of their lives. Aphasia can significantly curb a person’s independence and make them entirely dependent on a…
As you may have recently learned, an augmentative and alternative (AAC) device can help individuals with speech and language impairments to communicate in several ways. But, AAC devices offer far more than a way to communicate. They are actually shown to improve speech in several studies. Nonetheless, there is a persistent and common misperception that…
