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SUMMARY:Black American Aphasia Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:The Black American Aphasia Conversation Group is a place for Black people with aphasia to share their stories\, provide support\, encourage meditative reflection\, and brainstorm ways to advocate for relevant policies. This diverse\, inclusive\, aphasia-friendly group will discuss the unique challenges and gifts we share due to our experiences with disability and race\, and is open to all who support its mission of creating an emotional refuge for Black persons living with aphasia. \n  \nThe Black American Aphasia Conversation Group will meet through Zoom the every other Monday at 4:00pm EST (1:00pm PST) . If you are interested in joining this group\, please complete the form HERE. The Zoom link will be sent out around 72 hours before each meeting. \n  \nIf you have any questions\, comments\, suggestions\, or need assistance signing up for this group\, please email groups@aphasia.org
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/black-american-aphasia-conversation-group-2/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T110000
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation for People with Aphasia
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness meditation has been practiced for centuries by Buddhists. It took hold in this country in the 1970s. Perhaps the most influential proponent has been Jon Kabat-Zinn\, Ph.D.\, who founded the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Clinic and Center for Mindfulness in Medicine\, Health Care\, and Society at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. \n  \nThe Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation for People with Aphasia program offers weekly sessions that include explanations of the principles of mindfulness\, guided meditations\, and discussion among the participants. In addition\, the program includes written summary of principles of meditation\, brief guided meditations\, and suggested activities. Please see the attachments below to access the materials.  \n  \nThe group will meet each Thursday at 11 am ET\, 8 am PT June 13. \n  \nThe meditation program is led by Seth Brunner. Seth is a member of the Board of Directors and a long-term meditator. Seth experiences aphasia as a result of a stroke more than 35 years ago. \n  \nIf you have any questions\, or to sign up for the program\, email Seth at seth@aphasia.org. \n  \nThe Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation for People with Aphasia \nSession 1 – The Breath \n\nhttps://aphasia.org/app/uploads/2024/05/The-Breath-Session-1.m4a\n  \nSession 2 – The Body \nhttps://aphasia.org/app/uploads/2024/05/The-Body-Session-2.m4a\n  \nSession 3 – Emotions \nhttps://aphasia.org/app/uploads/2024/05/Emotions-Session-3.m4a\n  \nSession 4 – Thinking \nhttps://aphasia.org/app/uploads/2024/05/Thinking-Session-4.m4a\n  \nSession 5 – Compassion \nhttps://aphasia.org/app/uploads/2024/05/Compassion-and-loving-kindness-Session-5.m4a\n  \nSession 6 – Gratitude \nhttps://aphasia.org/app/uploads/2024/05/Gratitude-Session-6-1.m4a\n  \nSession 7 – Mindfulness in Daily Life and Meditation Resources
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/mindfulness-meditation-for-people-with-aphasia-2-2/2024-05-30/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T190000
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SUMMARY:Movie Mondays: The Disease Detective Looks at Aphasia
DESCRIPTION:For 5 consecutive Mondays\, the NAA will host an aphasia themed film on our Zoom webinar account.  In some cases\, there will be an introduction or followup Q&A with the film representative/star. \n  \nMonday\, June 3\, 2024:  The Disease Detective Looks at Aphasia \nEvery year\, 800\,000 people in the United States suffer from a stroke\, and of those\, 300\,000 suffer from aphasia — difficulty speaking and processing language. This is the story of people living with aphasia and a clinic at the University of South Carolina. \nLength: 45 minutes \n  \nJoin the Zoom Meeting (PW is 906928): \nJoin the Zoom Meeting
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/movie-mondays-the-disease-detective-looks-at-aphasia/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T200000
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SUMMARY:Seated Yoga for Aphasia
DESCRIPTION:This group starts with a guided meditation followed by a chair yoga class designed to promote relaxation. The class will end with open discussion about the experience. All ability levels are welcome! This group is led by Alycia Laks\, MS\, CCC-SLP\, RYT-200 and Hannah Herring\, DPT\, RYT-200 of District Adaptive Yoga. \nWe meet the third Wednesday of the month at 7 pm ET on Zoom. \nSpace is limited. Click to sign up by filling out the form. If you have comments or questions\, email groups@aphasia.org. \nMeet the Leaders\nAlycia Laks\, MS\, CCC-SLP\, RYT-200 and Hannah Herring\, PT\, DPT\, RYT-200 are co-owners of District Adaptive Yoga\, LLC. Alycia is a Speech-Language Pathologist and Registered Yoga Teacher. Hannah is a Physical Therapist and Registered Yoga Teacher. District Adaptive Yoga provides adaptive yoga services to people with neurologic conditions in the Washington\, DC area. For more information\, visit districtadaptiveyoga.com.
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/seated-yoga-for-aphasia/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T115000
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation for People with Aphasia
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness meditation has been practiced for centuries by Buddhists. It took hold in this country in the 1970s. Perhaps the most influential proponent has been Jon Kabat-Zinn\, Ph.D.\, who founded the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Clinic and Center for Mindfulness in Medicine\, Health Care\, and Society at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. \n  \nThe Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation for People with Aphasia program offers weekly sessions that include explanations of the principles of mindfulness\, guided meditations\, and discussion among the participants. In addition\, the program includes written summary of principles of meditation\, brief guided meditations\, and suggested activities. Please see the attachments below to access the materials.  \n  \nThe group will meet each Thursday at 11 am ET\, 8 am PT June 13. \n  \nThe meditation program is led by Seth Brunner. Seth is a member of the Board of Directors and a long-term meditator. Seth experiences aphasia as a result of a stroke more than 35 years ago. \n  \nIf you have any questions\, or to sign up for the program\, email Seth at seth@aphasia.org. \n  \nThe Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation for People with Aphasia \nSession 1 – The Breath \nhttps://aphasia.org/app/uploads/2024/05/The-Breath-Session-1.m4a\n  \nSession 2 – The Body \nhttps://aphasia.org/app/uploads/2024/05/The-Body-Session-2.m4a\n  \nSession 3 – Emotions \nhttps://aphasia.org/app/uploads/2024/05/Emotions-Session-3.m4a\n  \nSession 4 – Thinking \nhttps://aphasia.org/app/uploads/2024/05/Thinking-Session-4.m4a\n  \nSession 5 – Compassion \nhttps://aphasia.org/app/uploads/2024/05/Compassion-and-loving-kindness-Session-5.m4a\n  \nSession 6 – Gratitude \nhttps://aphasia.org/app/uploads/2024/05/Gratitude-Session-6-1.m4a\n  \nSession 7 – Mindfulness in Daily Life and Meditation Resources
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/mindfulness-meditation-for-people-with-aphasia-2-2/2024-06-06/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T130000
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SUMMARY:The Impact of Stress and Emotion on Speech and Swallow
DESCRIPTION:The National Aphasia Association and Open Lines Speech and Communication PC presents a new online group: The Impact of Stress and Emotion on Speech and Swallow. This group offers specialized support for people with aphasia who experience increased difficulty with thinking\, processing\, speaking\, and/or swallowing when under stress or when feeling anxious\, frustrated\, depressed\, apathetic\, or other mental/emotional states. \n  \nThe Impact of Stress and Emotion on Speech and Swallow meets the first Thursday of the month at 1pm ET (10:00 AM PST). \n  \nTo register\, please fill out this form HERE. \nFor any questions about registration\, email groups@aphasia.org \n  \n____________________________________________________________ \nMeet Your Host: \n\nDr. Jessica Galgano is a speech-language pathologist and the Founder and Executive Director of Open Lines Speech and Communication. Her personal experience growing up with a parent who suffered a combat-wounded Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) and severe Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) while serving in Vietnam drove her to master the art and science of neurological rehabilitation. She founded her visionary clinic\, Open Lines Speech and Communication\, on the principle that it is never too late to improve one’s speech-language and cognitive abilities. \n  \nDr. Galgano collaborates and consults with many prestigious and world-renown academic institutions. She advocates for political change including legislative policies that uphold individual rights\, supportive community services\, and access to skillful professionals across a person’s lifespan. She has developed and utilizes a unique approach that applies an array of evidence-based practices from a variety of disciplines to the field of speech-language pathology. \n  \nDr. Galgano’s professional experience reflects the highest standards of academic and clinical practice. She received her doctoral degree in Biobehavioral Sciences from Columbia University\, where she conducted research in the neural underpinnings of voice and speech using brain imaging modalities. Dr. Galgano is an LSVT LOUD® clinical expert and faculty instructor with LSVT Global\, Inc.\, for whom she regularly teaches and lectures about evidence-based intensive therapy programs for people with neurologically based communication disorders at major medical institutions in the US and worldwide. She is one of ten LSVT LOUD® faculty instructors in the world and the only LSVT LOUD® faculty instructor in clinical practice who is based in New York City. \n  \nDr. Galgano is proud to be an Executive Board Member of the the Academy of Neurologic Communication Disorders and Sciences\, an association that supports practitioners who serve individuals with neurologic communication disorders by providing education\, training\, and certification opportunities to promote high quality professional service. She also acts as Vice President and Treasurer of the Parkinson’s Unity Walk\, an organization dedicated to raising awareness and funds for research to find a cure for Parkinson’s disease. \n  \nDr. Galgano has held research scientist positions at NYU Langone School of Medicine and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and currently holds a faculty instructor position at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. She is an adjunct professor with NYU\, Columbia University\, Teachers College\, and San Francisco State University where she teaches graduate coursework in the areas of neurogenic communication disorders that result from acquired (e.g.\, stroke) and progressive neurological disease (e.g.\, Parkinson’s disease\, cognitive changes). \n  \nDr. Galgano has melded her research\, clinical\, and personal experience into a unique approach to treatment blends scientific rigor with deep listening and empathic inquiry; helping Open Lines’ clients cope with the day-to-day realities of communication challenges. Dr. Galgano is confident her integrated approach will help you meet your goals with confidence and dignity! \n  \nOpen Lines Speech and communication is located at 252 West 76th Street\, Suite 1A\, New York\, MY 10023. \nTo find out more about Open Lines Speech and Communication\, visit www.OpenLinesNY.com or call 212-430-6800.
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/the-impact-of-stress-and-emotion-on-speech-and-swallow/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T130000
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SUMMARY:Journey Through Speech Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:Group: Journey Through Speech\nTopic: Learn about travel and culture as we share facts\, stories\, and photos.\nLeaders: Craig Smith and Genevieve Richardson\nWhen: The first Friday of each month from 1-2pm EST\nWhere: We meet virtually on Zoom\nHow: Please fill out THIS FORM to be added to the email list. We will send a reminder and the Zoom link before each meeting. \n  \nMeet your group leaders: \nCraig Smith: 20 years ago I have had aphasia or stroke\, and I still like to travel.  International or states\, with 40 states and 4 continents traveled.  If I can do it\, you can do it too!!! \nGenevieve Richardson: Genevieve is the founder and owner of LIFE Speech Pathology\, a practice dedicated to bringing hope\, innovation\, and comprehensive support to the aphasia community. Visit dolifespeechpathology.com to learn more.
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/journey-through-speech-conversation-group/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240610T160000
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CREATED:20231018T183731Z
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SUMMARY:Black American Aphasia Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:The Black American Aphasia Conversation Group is a place for Black people with aphasia to share their stories\, provide support\, encourage meditative reflection\, and brainstorm ways to advocate for relevant policies. This diverse\, inclusive\, aphasia-friendly group will discuss the unique challenges and gifts we share due to our experiences with disability and race\, and is open to all who support its mission of creating an emotional refuge for Black persons living with aphasia. \n  \nThe Black American Aphasia Conversation Group will meet through Zoom the every other Monday at 4:00pm EST (1:00pm PST) . If you are interested in joining this group\, please complete the form HERE. The Zoom link will be sent out around 72 hours before each meeting. \n  \nIf you have any questions\, comments\, suggestions\, or need assistance signing up for this group\, please email groups@aphasia.org
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/black-american-aphasia-conversation-group/2024-06-10/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240610T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240610T210000
DTSTAMP:20240613T225835
CREATED:20240523T170016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T151250Z
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SUMMARY:Movie Mondays: Still Sophie
DESCRIPTION:For 5 consecutive Mondays\, the NAA will host an aphasia themed film on our Zoom webinar account.  In some cases\, there will be an introduction or followup Q&A with the film representative/star. \n  \nMonday\, June 10\, 2024:  Still Sophie \nFour and a half years ago\, young talent Sophia Salveson’s life changed forever. Doctors said she may never walk again\, may never talk again…may never perform again. They were wrong. \nLength: 7 min \n  \nJoin the Zoom Meeting (PW is 890412): \n  \nJoin the Zoom Meeting
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/movie-mondays-still-sophie/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T210000
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SUMMARY:Parenting With Aphasia
DESCRIPTION:Parenting is no easy feat\, but can be particularly challenging when one parent has aphasia. Parenting with Aphasia meets virtually once a month\, inviting parents with kids of all ages to join together in a safe\, non-judgmental space to share experiences\, receive positive peer support\, and learn more about how other parents are navigating the highs and lows of modern-day parenting when aphasia is along for the ride. This group is for persons with aphasia. We plan to have sessions where both parents join\, but the majority of sessions will be for persons with aphasia. \nParenting with Aphasia will meet on the second Wednesday of every month at 8:00pm EST (5:00pm PST). \nSpace is limited. To join\, please register by clicking HERE. \n  \nIf you have any questions\, please email groups@aphasia.org. \n_____________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nMeet Your Host:\n  \nParenting with Aphasia is hosted by Lauren Schwabish\, M.S.\, CCC-SLP of Neuro Speech Services in Northern Virginia. \nLauren Schwabish M.S.\, CCC-SLP is the owner of Neuro Speech Services\, a private practice based in Northern Virginia\, specializing in person-centered assessment and treatment of cognitive-communicative disorders related to stroke\, brain injury\, concussion\, and other neurologic and neurodegenerative conditions. Lauren received her Bachelor of Science degree with Honors in Communicative Disorders from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and holds a master’s degree in communication sciences from Hunter College of the City University of New York. She is licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia and is a certified member of the American Speech Language Hearing Association. She has over 21 years of experience working in hospitals and acute rehabilitation centers and is passionate about providing meaningful and accessible health education about the brain to patients\, families\, and health care professionals. Lauren is an engaging public speaker on the topics of memory and thinking skills\, committed to empowering communities with evidence-based information and best practices in brain health behaviors. \n  \nTo learn more about Neuro Speech Services\, click HERE \n 
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/parenting-with-aphasia/2024-06-12/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T115000
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation for People with Aphasia
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness meditation has been practiced for centuries by Buddhists. It took hold in this country in the 1970s. Perhaps the most influential proponent has been Jon Kabat-Zinn\, Ph.D.\, who founded the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Clinic and Center for Mindfulness in Medicine\, Health Care\, and Society at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. \n  \nThe Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation for People with Aphasia program offers weekly sessions that include explanations of the principles of mindfulness\, guided meditations\, and discussion among the participants. In addition\, the program includes written summary of principles of meditation\, brief guided meditations\, and suggested activities. Please see the attachments below to access the materials.  \n  \nThe group will meet each Thursday at 11 am ET\, 8 am PT June 13. \n  \nThe meditation program is led by Seth Brunner. Seth is a member of the Board of Directors and a long-term meditator. Seth experiences aphasia as a result of a stroke more than 35 years ago. \n  \nIf you have any questions\, or to sign up for the program\, email Seth at seth@aphasia.org. \n  \nThe Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation for People with Aphasia \nSession 1 – The Breath \nhttps://aphasia.org/app/uploads/2024/05/The-Breath-Session-1.m4a\n  \nSession 2 – The Body \nhttps://aphasia.org/app/uploads/2024/05/The-Body-Session-2.m4a\n  \nSession 3 – Emotions \nhttps://aphasia.org/app/uploads/2024/05/Emotions-Session-3.m4a\n  \nSession 4 – Thinking \nhttps://aphasia.org/app/uploads/2024/05/Thinking-Session-4.m4a\n  \nSession 5 – Compassion \nhttps://aphasia.org/app/uploads/2024/05/Compassion-and-loving-kindness-Session-5.m4a\n  \nSession 6 – Gratitude \nhttps://aphasia.org/app/uploads/2024/05/Gratitude-Session-6-1.m4a\n  \nSession 7 – Mindfulness in Daily Life and Meditation Resources
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/mindfulness-meditation-for-people-with-aphasia-2-2/2024-06-13/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T173000
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SUMMARY:Technology and Supports for Aphasia
DESCRIPTION:We will demonstrate ways you can use technology and various applications to support people with aphasia and expand upon one’s current home program. We will go beyond just the apps “made for people with aphasia” and show you how to use the many options\, personalize them\, and tailor them to your needs so you can become more independent in your environment. \n  \nBrooke Lang and Bryn Bowles of Integrative Reconnective Aphasia Therapy lead this group. Starting in October\, the group will meet on the first Thursday of the month at 4:30 pm Eastern Time on Zoom. \n  \nEmail Sign-Up: https://forms.gle/ZZjCEfiJyseg5y9F7 \nMeet the Leaders\nBrooke\nBrooke Lang\, M.A.\, CCC-SLP is a Speech Language Pathologist and owner of Integrative Reconnective Aphasia Therapy\, specializing in the area of Aphasiology and Apraxia and providing telepractice services nationwide. \nBrooke previously served as a lead clinician in the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System’s intensive aphasia program (PIRATE)\, working under some of the most well-known Aphasia research professionals and Aphasiologists in the field of speech pathology. \nShe started Integrative Reconnective Aphasia Therapy in March of 2019\, where she works to develop personalized treatment plans and provides innovative aphasia therapy techniques that go beyond the traditional approaches\, applying both principles of neuroplasticity and evidence-based practice. \nBrooke also published a best-selling book\, titled “After Aphasia: A guide to rebuilding your\ncommunication after a stroke\,” a resource for individuals living with Aphasia\, caregivers\, and medical professionals. She has also written “Working Outside the Workbook\,” providing an opportunity for individuals and care partners to implement unique speech/language exercises outside of therapy sessions. \nBryn\nAt age 26\, Bryn Bowles was working in Alaska as a Critical Care Registered Nurse in the Intensive Care Unit and preparing for graduate school. \nOn May 20\, 2019\, Bryn ruptured an undiagnosed brain aneurysm\, spent 30 days as a patient in the ICU being cared for by colleagues\, undergoing 5 brain surgeries to save her life. She spent 3 months as an inpatient in neuro rehabilitation. \nHer recovery continues today as she lives with aphasia\, apraxia and paralysis. Bryn’s dreams have changed but her compassion for others remains steadfast\, words or no words. She has a strong desire to help people with Aphasia\, because she understands the frustrations and challenges they are going through.She currently is a group facilitator and mentor for people with Aphasia.
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/technology-and-supports-for-aphasia-2/2024-06-13/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T200000
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SUMMARY:Ask the Expert
DESCRIPTION:What: “Ask the Expert”\, a free\, interactive webinar hosted by the National Aphasia Association. June is Aphasia Awareness Month\, so we will be answering our most frequently asked questions (FAQs) about aphasia.\nWho: Our expert for our June event is Maura Silverman\, the Executive Director of the NAA.\nWhen: Thursday June 13 from 7-8pm Eastern Time.\nHow:\n• Click the Zoom link at 7pm Eastern Time to join the webinar\n• Send us questions about the topic using this form.\n\n• Watch recordings of previous “Ask the Expert” webinars on the NAA YouTube channel. \n  \nJoin the Zoom webinar on Thursday June 13th:\nJoin the Webinar \nSubmit a question for the Expert about singing with aphasia:\nSubmit a Question \nDownload the flyer:\nDownload the Flyer
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/7303/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T143000
DTSTAMP:20240613T225835
CREATED:20240522T023136Z
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UID:10001096-1718371800-1718375400@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Aphasia and Wellness Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:Join us for conversation about cultivating wellness in your daily life. Whether it’s through a yoga or mindfulness practice\, social connections\, physical fitness\, healthy nutrition\, listening to good music or podcasts\, or even just treating yourself to a fancy skincare product\, how do you promote wellness and self-care? All are invited to share ideas and suggestions. Each day we’ll have the opportunity to participate in a brief yoga or mindfulness practice. This group is led by Katherine Noyes\, MS\, CCC-SLP\, CBIS\, RYT-200 of Lotus Speech & Wellness\, LLC in Maine. \nThis group meets virtually one Friday each month at 1:30pm EST. \nSpace is Limited. To sign up\, RSVP via this form or if you have comments or questions\, email groups@aphasia.org \n__________________________________________________ \nMeet Your Host: \nKatherine D. Noyes\, MS\, CCC-SLP\, CBIS\, RYT-200 (she/her) is the owner of Lotus Speech & Wellness\, LLC. Katherine is a Speech-Language Pathologist\, Certified Brain Injury Specialist\, and Registered Yoga Teacher. Lotus Speech & Wellness is a holistic speech therapy practice serving Maine and Massachusetts. For more information on Lotus Speech and Wellness\, visit LotusSLP.com
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/aphasia-and-wellness-conversation-group/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240617T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240617T210000
DTSTAMP:20240613T225835
CREATED:20240523T170221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T151231Z
UID:10001099-1718650800-1718658000@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Movie Mondays: Aphasia the Movie
DESCRIPTION:For 5 consecutive Mondays\, the NAA will host an aphasia themed film on our Zoom webinar account.  In some cases\, there will be an introduction or followup Q&A with the film representative/star. \n  \nMonday\, June 17\, 2024:  Aphasia the Movie \nAphasia is the true story of Carl McIntyre. After suffering a massive stroke and losing his ability to read\, write and talk\, Carl McIntyre struggles against overwhelming odds to redefine his life. \nLength: 40 min \n  \nJoin the Zoom Meeting (PW is 593258): \n  \nJoin the Zoom Meeting
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/movie-mondays-aphasia-the-movie/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T170000
DTSTAMP:20240613T225835
CREATED:20231018T183731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T160005Z
UID:10000648-1719244800-1719248400@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Black American Aphasia Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:The Black American Aphasia Conversation Group is a place for Black people with aphasia to share their stories\, provide support\, encourage meditative reflection\, and brainstorm ways to advocate for relevant policies. This diverse\, inclusive\, aphasia-friendly group will discuss the unique challenges and gifts we share due to our experiences with disability and race\, and is open to all who support its mission of creating an emotional refuge for Black persons living with aphasia. \n  \nThe Black American Aphasia Conversation Group will meet through Zoom the every other Monday at 4:00pm EST (1:00pm PST) . If you are interested in joining this group\, please complete the form HERE. The Zoom link will be sent out around 72 hours before each meeting. \n  \nIf you have any questions\, comments\, suggestions\, or need assistance signing up for this group\, please email groups@aphasia.org
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/black-american-aphasia-conversation-group/2024-06-24/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T210000
DTSTAMP:20240613T225835
CREATED:20240523T170348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T151151Z
UID:10001100-1719255600-1719262800@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Movie Mondays: When the Words Away Went
DESCRIPTION:For 5 consecutive Mondays\, the NAA will host an aphasia themed film on our Zoom webinar account.  In some cases\, there will be an introduction or followup Q&A with the film representative/star. \n  \nMonday\, June 24\, 2024: When the Words Away Went \nA group of stroke survivors with aphasia embark on a journey to find their voice\, and rebuild their lives. \nLength: 51 min \n  \nJoin the Zoom Meeting (PW is 472667): \n  \nJoin the Zoom Meeting
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/movie-mondays-when-the-words-away-went/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T130000
DTSTAMP:20240613T225835
CREATED:20240528T145055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T145055Z
UID:10001106-1719576000-1719579600@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Game Show
DESCRIPTION:The National Aphasia Association and Liberty Speech Associates presents Game Show\, an online games group that meets monthly. \n  \nThis group will bring popular TV game shows to life in an aphasia-friendly way. We will play games like Jeopardy\, Family Feud and Who Wants to be a Millionaire. We will meet once per month on Fridays at 12:00 pm EST. Come and join in on the fun! \n  \nSpace is limited. To register\, please fill out the form HERE. \n  \n_________________________________________________________________________ \nMeet Your Host: \n  \nCourtney Caruso\, M.S.\, CCC-SLP is a bilingual speech-language pathologist and the owner of Liberty Speech Associates LLC\, a speech therapy clinic in Hackettstown\, New Jersey. She has over 13 years of experience working with people with aphasia and their families. Courtney is also an adjunct professor for Speech@Emerson\, where she teaches the Aphasia course. To learn more about Liberty Speech Associates\, visit www.libertyspeechassociates.com \n  \nIf you have any trouble joining the group\, please email groups@aphasia.org
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/game-show/2024-06-28/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240701T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240701T210000
DTSTAMP:20240613T225835
CREATED:20240523T170521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T151134Z
UID:10001101-1719860400-1719867600@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Movie Mondays: Pah
DESCRIPTION:For 5 consecutive Mondays\, the NAA will host an aphasia themed film on our Zoom webinar account.  In some cases\, there will be an introduction or followup Q&A with the film representative/star. \n  \nMonday\, July 1\, 2024: Pah \nA young attorney’s life is disrupted by a massive stroke with lingering effects of two speech disorders as he struggles to overcome permanent disabilities\, forcing him to reinvent himself with phonomotor treatments. \nLength: 105 minutes \n  \nJoin the Zoom Meeting (PW is 617173): \n  \nJoin the Zoom Meeting
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/movie-mondays-pah/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240703T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240703T140000
DTSTAMP:20240613T225835
CREATED:20240610T155906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T160014Z
UID:10001237-1720011600-1720015200@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:The Impact of Stress and Emotion on Speech and Swallow
DESCRIPTION:The National Aphasia Association and Open Lines Speech and Communication PC presents a new online group: The Impact of Stress and Emotion on Speech and Swallow. This group offers specialized support for people with aphasia who experience increased difficulty with thinking\, processing\, speaking\, and/or swallowing when under stress or when feeling anxious\, frustrated\, depressed\, apathetic\, or other mental/emotional states. \n  \nThe Impact of Stress and Emotion on Speech and Swallow meets the first Thursday of the month at 1pm ET (10:00 AM PST). \n  \nTo register\, please fill out this form HERE. \nFor any questions about registration\, email groups@aphasia.org \n  \n____________________________________________________________ \nMeet Your Host: \n\nDr. Jessica Galgano is a speech-language pathologist and the Founder and Executive Director of Open Lines Speech and Communication. Her personal experience growing up with a parent who suffered a combat-wounded Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) and severe Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) while serving in Vietnam drove her to master the art and science of neurological rehabilitation. She founded her visionary clinic\, Open Lines Speech and Communication\, on the principle that it is never too late to improve one’s speech-language and cognitive abilities. \n  \nDr. Galgano collaborates and consults with many prestigious and world-renown academic institutions. She advocates for political change including legislative policies that uphold individual rights\, supportive community services\, and access to skillful professionals across a person’s lifespan. She has developed and utilizes a unique approach that applies an array of evidence-based practices from a variety of disciplines to the field of speech-language pathology. \n  \nDr. Galgano’s professional experience reflects the highest standards of academic and clinical practice. She received her doctoral degree in Biobehavioral Sciences from Columbia University\, where she conducted research in the neural underpinnings of voice and speech using brain imaging modalities. Dr. Galgano is an LSVT LOUD® clinical expert and faculty instructor with LSVT Global\, Inc.\, for whom she regularly teaches and lectures about evidence-based intensive therapy programs for people with neurologically based communication disorders at major medical institutions in the US and worldwide. She is one of ten LSVT LOUD® faculty instructors in the world and the only LSVT LOUD® faculty instructor in clinical practice who is based in New York City. \n  \nDr. Galgano is proud to be an Executive Board Member of the the Academy of Neurologic Communication Disorders and Sciences\, an association that supports practitioners who serve individuals with neurologic communication disorders by providing education\, training\, and certification opportunities to promote high quality professional service. She also acts as Vice President and Treasurer of the Parkinson’s Unity Walk\, an organization dedicated to raising awareness and funds for research to find a cure for Parkinson’s disease. \n  \nDr. Galgano has held research scientist positions at NYU Langone School of Medicine and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and currently holds a faculty instructor position at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. She is an adjunct professor with NYU\, Columbia University\, Teachers College\, and San Francisco State University where she teaches graduate coursework in the areas of neurogenic communication disorders that result from acquired (e.g.\, stroke) and progressive neurological disease (e.g.\, Parkinson’s disease\, cognitive changes). \n  \nDr. Galgano has melded her research\, clinical\, and personal experience into a unique approach to treatment blends scientific rigor with deep listening and empathic inquiry; helping Open Lines’ clients cope with the day-to-day realities of communication challenges. Dr. Galgano is confident her integrated approach will help you meet your goals with confidence and dignity! \n  \nOpen Lines Speech and communication is located at 252 West 76th Street\, Suite 1A\, New York\, MY 10023. \nTo find out more about Open Lines Speech and Communication\, visit www.OpenLinesNY.com or call 212-430-6800.
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/the-impact-of-stress-and-emotion-on-speech-and-swallow-2-2/2024-07-03/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T170000
DTSTAMP:20240613T225835
CREATED:20231018T183731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T160005Z
UID:10000649-1720454400-1720458000@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Black American Aphasia Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:The Black American Aphasia Conversation Group is a place for Black people with aphasia to share their stories\, provide support\, encourage meditative reflection\, and brainstorm ways to advocate for relevant policies. This diverse\, inclusive\, aphasia-friendly group will discuss the unique challenges and gifts we share due to our experiences with disability and race\, and is open to all who support its mission of creating an emotional refuge for Black persons living with aphasia. \n  \nThe Black American Aphasia Conversation Group will meet through Zoom the every other Monday at 4:00pm EST (1:00pm PST) . If you are interested in joining this group\, please complete the form HERE. The Zoom link will be sent out around 72 hours before each meeting. \n  \nIf you have any questions\, comments\, suggestions\, or need assistance signing up for this group\, please email groups@aphasia.org
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/black-american-aphasia-conversation-group/2024-07-08/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T210000
DTSTAMP:20240613T225835
CREATED:20231101T161723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T161723Z
UID:10000323-1720641600-1720645200@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Parenting With Aphasia
DESCRIPTION:Parenting is no easy feat\, but can be particularly challenging when one parent has aphasia. Parenting with Aphasia meets virtually once a month\, inviting parents with kids of all ages to join together in a safe\, non-judgmental space to share experiences\, receive positive peer support\, and learn more about how other parents are navigating the highs and lows of modern-day parenting when aphasia is along for the ride. This group is for persons with aphasia. We plan to have sessions where both parents join\, but the majority of sessions will be for persons with aphasia. \nParenting with Aphasia will meet on the second Wednesday of every month at 8:00pm EST (5:00pm PST). \nSpace is limited. To join\, please register by clicking HERE. \n  \nIf you have any questions\, please email groups@aphasia.org. \n_____________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nMeet Your Host:\n  \nParenting with Aphasia is hosted by Lauren Schwabish\, M.S.\, CCC-SLP of Neuro Speech Services in Northern Virginia. \nLauren Schwabish M.S.\, CCC-SLP is the owner of Neuro Speech Services\, a private practice based in Northern Virginia\, specializing in person-centered assessment and treatment of cognitive-communicative disorders related to stroke\, brain injury\, concussion\, and other neurologic and neurodegenerative conditions. Lauren received her Bachelor of Science degree with Honors in Communicative Disorders from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and holds a master’s degree in communication sciences from Hunter College of the City University of New York. She is licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia and is a certified member of the American Speech Language Hearing Association. She has over 21 years of experience working in hospitals and acute rehabilitation centers and is passionate about providing meaningful and accessible health education about the brain to patients\, families\, and health care professionals. Lauren is an engaging public speaker on the topics of memory and thinking skills\, committed to empowering communities with evidence-based information and best practices in brain health behaviors. \n  \nTo learn more about Neuro Speech Services\, click HERE \n 
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/parenting-with-aphasia/2024-07-10/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T173000
DTSTAMP:20240613T225835
CREATED:20240415T141438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T141439Z
UID:10000957-1720715400-1720719000@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Technology and Supports for Aphasia
DESCRIPTION:We will demonstrate ways you can use technology and various applications to support people with aphasia and expand upon one’s current home program. We will go beyond just the apps “made for people with aphasia” and show you how to use the many options\, personalize them\, and tailor them to your needs so you can become more independent in your environment. \n  \nBrooke Lang and Bryn Bowles of Integrative Reconnective Aphasia Therapy lead this group. Starting in October\, the group will meet on the first Thursday of the month at 4:30 pm Eastern Time on Zoom. \n  \nEmail Sign-Up: https://forms.gle/ZZjCEfiJyseg5y9F7 \nMeet the Leaders\nBrooke\nBrooke Lang\, M.A.\, CCC-SLP is a Speech Language Pathologist and owner of Integrative Reconnective Aphasia Therapy\, specializing in the area of Aphasiology and Apraxia and providing telepractice services nationwide. \nBrooke previously served as a lead clinician in the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System’s intensive aphasia program (PIRATE)\, working under some of the most well-known Aphasia research professionals and Aphasiologists in the field of speech pathology. \nShe started Integrative Reconnective Aphasia Therapy in March of 2019\, where she works to develop personalized treatment plans and provides innovative aphasia therapy techniques that go beyond the traditional approaches\, applying both principles of neuroplasticity and evidence-based practice. \nBrooke also published a best-selling book\, titled “After Aphasia: A guide to rebuilding your\ncommunication after a stroke\,” a resource for individuals living with Aphasia\, caregivers\, and medical professionals. She has also written “Working Outside the Workbook\,” providing an opportunity for individuals and care partners to implement unique speech/language exercises outside of therapy sessions. \nBryn\nAt age 26\, Bryn Bowles was working in Alaska as a Critical Care Registered Nurse in the Intensive Care Unit and preparing for graduate school. \nOn May 20\, 2019\, Bryn ruptured an undiagnosed brain aneurysm\, spent 30 days as a patient in the ICU being cared for by colleagues\, undergoing 5 brain surgeries to save her life. She spent 3 months as an inpatient in neuro rehabilitation. \nHer recovery continues today as she lives with aphasia\, apraxia and paralysis. Bryn’s dreams have changed but her compassion for others remains steadfast\, words or no words. She has a strong desire to help people with Aphasia\, because she understands the frustrations and challenges they are going through.She currently is a group facilitator and mentor for people with Aphasia.
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/technology-and-supports-for-aphasia-2/2024-07-11/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T140000
DTSTAMP:20240613T225835
CREATED:20240606T182407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T182407Z
UID:10001171-1720789200-1720792800@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Journey Through Speech Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:Group: Journey Through Speech\nTopic: Learn about travel and culture as we share facts\, stories\, and photos.\nLeaders: Craig Smith and Genevieve Richardson\nWhen: The first Friday of each month from 1-2pm EST\nWhere: We meet virtually on Zoom\nHow: Please fill out THIS FORM to be added to the email list. We will send a reminder and the Zoom link before each meeting. \n  \nMeet your group leaders: \nCraig Smith: 20 years ago I have had aphasia or stroke\, and I still like to travel.  International or states\, with 40 states and 4 continents traveled.  If I can do it\, you can do it too!!! \nGenevieve Richardson: Genevieve is the founder and owner of LIFE Speech Pathology\, a practice dedicated to bringing hope\, innovation\, and comprehensive support to the aphasia community. Visit dolifespeechpathology.com to learn more.
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/journey-through-speech-conversation-group-3/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T200000
DTSTAMP:20240613T225835
CREATED:20240530T191822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T191822Z
UID:10001111-1721242800-1721246400@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Seated Yoga for Aphasia
DESCRIPTION:This group starts with a guided meditation followed by a chair yoga class designed to promote relaxation. The class will end with open discussion about the experience. All ability levels are welcome! This group is led by Alycia Laks\, MS\, CCC-SLP\, RYT-200 and Hannah Herring\, DPT\, RYT-200 of District Adaptive Yoga. \nWe meet the third Wednesday of the month at 7 pm ET on Zoom. \nSpace is limited. Click to sign up by filling out the form. If you have comments or questions\, email groups@aphasia.org. \nMeet the Leaders\nAlycia Laks\, MS\, CCC-SLP\, RYT-200 and Hannah Herring\, PT\, DPT\, RYT-200 are co-owners of District Adaptive Yoga\, LLC. Alycia is a Speech-Language Pathologist and Registered Yoga Teacher. Hannah is a Physical Therapist and Registered Yoga Teacher. District Adaptive Yoga provides adaptive yoga services to people with neurologic conditions in the Washington\, DC area. For more information\, visit districtadaptiveyoga.com.
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/seated-yoga-for-aphasia-3/2024-07-17/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T143000
DTSTAMP:20240613T225835
CREATED:20240607T124343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240607T124343Z
UID:10001232-1721395800-1721399400@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Aphasia and Wellness Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:Join us for conversation about cultivating wellness in your daily life. Whether it’s through a yoga or mindfulness practice\, social connections\, physical fitness\, healthy nutrition\, listening to good music or podcasts\, or even just treating yourself to a fancy skincare product\, how do you promote wellness and self-care? All are invited to share ideas and suggestions. Each day we’ll have the opportunity to participate in a brief yoga or mindfulness practice. This group is led by Katherine Noyes\, MS\, CCC-SLP\, CBIS\, RYT-200 of Lotus Speech & Wellness\, LLC in Maine. \nThis group meets virtually one Friday each month at 1:30pm EST. \nSpace is Limited. To sign up\, RSVP via this form or if you have comments or questions\, email groups@aphasia.org \n__________________________________________________ \nMeet Your Host: \nKatherine D. Noyes\, MS\, CCC-SLP\, CBIS\, RYT-200 (she/her) is the owner of Lotus Speech & Wellness\, LLC. Katherine is a Speech-Language Pathologist\, Certified Brain Injury Specialist\, and Registered Yoga Teacher. Lotus Speech & Wellness is a holistic speech therapy practice serving Maine and Massachusetts. For more information on Lotus Speech and Wellness\, visit LotusSLP.com
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/aphasia-and-wellness-conversation-group-3/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240722T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240722T170000
DTSTAMP:20240613T225835
CREATED:20231018T183731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T160005Z
UID:10000650-1721664000-1721667600@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Black American Aphasia Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:The Black American Aphasia Conversation Group is a place for Black people with aphasia to share their stories\, provide support\, encourage meditative reflection\, and brainstorm ways to advocate for relevant policies. This diverse\, inclusive\, aphasia-friendly group will discuss the unique challenges and gifts we share due to our experiences with disability and race\, and is open to all who support its mission of creating an emotional refuge for Black persons living with aphasia. \n  \nThe Black American Aphasia Conversation Group will meet through Zoom the every other Monday at 4:00pm EST (1:00pm PST) . If you are interested in joining this group\, please complete the form HERE. The Zoom link will be sent out around 72 hours before each meeting. \n  \nIf you have any questions\, comments\, suggestions\, or need assistance signing up for this group\, please email groups@aphasia.org
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/black-american-aphasia-conversation-group/2024-07-22/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240726T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240726T130000
DTSTAMP:20240613T225835
CREATED:20240528T145055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T145055Z
UID:10001107-1721995200-1721998800@aphasia.org
SUMMARY:Game Show
DESCRIPTION:The National Aphasia Association and Liberty Speech Associates presents Game Show\, an online games group that meets monthly. \n  \nThis group will bring popular TV game shows to life in an aphasia-friendly way. We will play games like Jeopardy\, Family Feud and Who Wants to be a Millionaire. We will meet once per month on Fridays at 12:00 pm EST. Come and join in on the fun! \n  \nSpace is limited. To register\, please fill out the form HERE. \n  \n_________________________________________________________________________ \nMeet Your Host: \n  \nCourtney Caruso\, M.S.\, CCC-SLP is a bilingual speech-language pathologist and the owner of Liberty Speech Associates LLC\, a speech therapy clinic in Hackettstown\, New Jersey. She has over 13 years of experience working with people with aphasia and their families. Courtney is also an adjunct professor for Speech@Emerson\, where she teaches the Aphasia course. To learn more about Liberty Speech Associates\, visit www.libertyspeechassociates.com \n  \nIf you have any trouble joining the group\, please email groups@aphasia.org
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/game-show/2024-07-26/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T140000
DTSTAMP:20240613T225835
CREATED:20240610T155906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T160014Z
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SUMMARY:The Impact of Stress and Emotion on Speech and Swallow
DESCRIPTION:The National Aphasia Association and Open Lines Speech and Communication PC presents a new online group: The Impact of Stress and Emotion on Speech and Swallow. This group offers specialized support for people with aphasia who experience increased difficulty with thinking\, processing\, speaking\, and/or swallowing when under stress or when feeling anxious\, frustrated\, depressed\, apathetic\, or other mental/emotional states. \n  \nThe Impact of Stress and Emotion on Speech and Swallow meets the first Thursday of the month at 1pm ET (10:00 AM PST). \n  \nTo register\, please fill out this form HERE. \nFor any questions about registration\, email groups@aphasia.org \n  \n____________________________________________________________ \nMeet Your Host: \n\nDr. Jessica Galgano is a speech-language pathologist and the Founder and Executive Director of Open Lines Speech and Communication. Her personal experience growing up with a parent who suffered a combat-wounded Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) and severe Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) while serving in Vietnam drove her to master the art and science of neurological rehabilitation. She founded her visionary clinic\, Open Lines Speech and Communication\, on the principle that it is never too late to improve one’s speech-language and cognitive abilities. \n  \nDr. Galgano collaborates and consults with many prestigious and world-renown academic institutions. She advocates for political change including legislative policies that uphold individual rights\, supportive community services\, and access to skillful professionals across a person’s lifespan. She has developed and utilizes a unique approach that applies an array of evidence-based practices from a variety of disciplines to the field of speech-language pathology. \n  \nDr. Galgano’s professional experience reflects the highest standards of academic and clinical practice. She received her doctoral degree in Biobehavioral Sciences from Columbia University\, where she conducted research in the neural underpinnings of voice and speech using brain imaging modalities. Dr. Galgano is an LSVT LOUD® clinical expert and faculty instructor with LSVT Global\, Inc.\, for whom she regularly teaches and lectures about evidence-based intensive therapy programs for people with neurologically based communication disorders at major medical institutions in the US and worldwide. She is one of ten LSVT LOUD® faculty instructors in the world and the only LSVT LOUD® faculty instructor in clinical practice who is based in New York City. \n  \nDr. Galgano is proud to be an Executive Board Member of the the Academy of Neurologic Communication Disorders and Sciences\, an association that supports practitioners who serve individuals with neurologic communication disorders by providing education\, training\, and certification opportunities to promote high quality professional service. She also acts as Vice President and Treasurer of the Parkinson’s Unity Walk\, an organization dedicated to raising awareness and funds for research to find a cure for Parkinson’s disease. \n  \nDr. Galgano has held research scientist positions at NYU Langone School of Medicine and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and currently holds a faculty instructor position at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. She is an adjunct professor with NYU\, Columbia University\, Teachers College\, and San Francisco State University where she teaches graduate coursework in the areas of neurogenic communication disorders that result from acquired (e.g.\, stroke) and progressive neurological disease (e.g.\, Parkinson’s disease\, cognitive changes). \n  \nDr. Galgano has melded her research\, clinical\, and personal experience into a unique approach to treatment blends scientific rigor with deep listening and empathic inquiry; helping Open Lines’ clients cope with the day-to-day realities of communication challenges. Dr. Galgano is confident her integrated approach will help you meet your goals with confidence and dignity! \n  \nOpen Lines Speech and communication is located at 252 West 76th Street\, Suite 1A\, New York\, MY 10023. \nTo find out more about Open Lines Speech and Communication\, visit www.OpenLinesNY.com or call 212-430-6800.
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/the-impact-of-stress-and-emotion-on-speech-and-swallow-2-2/2024-08-01/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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SUMMARY:Journey Through Speech Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:Group: Journey Through Speech\nTopic: Learn about travel and culture as we share facts\, stories\, and photos.\nLeaders: Craig Smith and Genevieve Richardson\nWhen: The first Friday of each month from 1-2pm EST\nWhere: We meet virtually on Zoom\nHow: Please fill out THIS FORM to be added to the email list. We will send a reminder and the Zoom link before each meeting. \n  \nMeet your group leaders: \nCraig Smith: 20 years ago I have had aphasia or stroke\, and I still like to travel.  International or states\, with 40 states and 4 continents traveled.  If I can do it\, you can do it too!!! \nGenevieve Richardson: Genevieve is the founder and owner of LIFE Speech Pathology\, a practice dedicated to bringing hope\, innovation\, and comprehensive support to the aphasia community. Visit dolifespeechpathology.com to learn more.
URL:https://aphasia.org/event/journey-through-speech-conversation-group-4/2024-08-02/
CATEGORIES:Digital Event
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