Heartfelt Speech Practice Phrases for Valentine’s Day
Heartfelt Speech Practice Phrases for Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to express love and appreciation for those around us. For individuals with aphasia or speech difficulties, practicing phrases related to the holiday can build confidence and make heartfelt moments even more special. Whether you’re working with a speech-language pathologist (SLP) or practicing […]
Speech Practice Ideas for Adults with Aphasia During the Holidays
Speech Practice Ideas for Adults with Aphasia During the Holidays The holiday season brings a wealth of opportunities to make speech practice both festive and functional for adults with aphasia. By incorporating holiday themes, caregivers, friends, or loved ones can create engaging, relevant activities that help boost language skills while connecting to the joy of […]
Speech Practice Ideas for Adults with Aphasia During Fall and Halloween
Speech Therapy Ideas for Adults with Aphasia During Fall and Halloween Fall brings opportunities to incorporate seasonal themes into speech practice sessions, especially for adults with aphasia. Using Halloween and autumn as a backdrop can make practice engaging and meaningful, tapping into memories, sensory experiences, and language practice. Here are some creative ways to enhance […]
10 Benefits of Reading Aloud to Improve Speech
Benefits of Reading Aloud to Improve Speech Reading aloud is often associated with childhood bedtime stories or classroom activities, but its benefits extend far beyond these settings. For individuals with aphasia, reading aloud can be a powerful tool for enhancing speech and communication skills. Whether you’re looking to improve speech, expand your vocabulary, or build […]
The Cowboy Aphasia Camp Experience
The Cowboy Aphasia Camp Experience By Ryan Teal This June, I had the privilege of attending Cowboy Aphasia Camp in Tulsa, OK. It was an experience unlike any other. The camp, hosted by the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders at OSU-Tulsa, offers a unique therapy program designed to improve communication skills and boost confidence. […]
What Is Aphasia?
What Is Aphasia? Aphasia has been in the news lately with Bruce Willis’ recent diagnosis. While our hearts are with him and his family as they navigate this complex, we’ve seen such an outpouring of awareness. For years, the aphasia community has tried to create awareness to initiate change for this unseen condition, and Bruce […]
A Heartfelt Note From The Author
A Heartfelt Note From The Author Three years ago, when my husband had a massive stroke, I would have given anything to have a manual explaining how to deal with such a jolting life event. Unfortunately, there’s no manual, and even if there were, everyone’s experience is different when it comes to stroke, aphasia, and […]
Putting the “FUN” in Functional Phrases
Putting the “FUN” in Functional Phrases One of the most heartbreaking side effects of aphasia is loneliness. It’s not uncommon to see someone with aphasia tucked away in a corner by themselves during a family birthday party. Or maybe they are pretending to be on their phone when spending time with friends because they don’t […]