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Online Events

The NAA offers many types of virtual programs for our aphasia community.

There are groups for support and connection, educational and training opportunities, special guest presentations and so much more.

Below is a snapshot of some of the virtual groups offered. Note that some groups are held once a month. Others are held more often. Please see our weekly calendar for days/times and to learn more about our groups.

Event Series Ask the Expert Webinars

Ask the Expert

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. Who: Our expert for our June event is Maura Silverman, the Executive Director of the NAA. When: Thursday June 13 from 7-8pm Eastern Time. … Continued

Event Series Aphasia and Wellness

Aphasia and Wellness Conversation Group

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 … Continued

Event Series Movie Mondays

Movie Mondays: Aphasia the Movie

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.   Monday, June 17, 2024:  Aphasia the Movie Aphasia is the true story of Carl McIntyre. After suffering a massive stroke and losing … Continued

Black American Aphasia Conversation Group

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 … Continued

Event Series Movie Mondays

Movie Mondays: When the Words Away Went

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.   Monday, June 24, 2024: When the Words Away Went A group of stroke survivors with aphasia embark on a journey to find … Continued

Event Series Game Show

Game Show

The National Aphasia Association and Liberty Speech Associates presents Game Show, an online games group that meets monthly.   This 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 … Continued

Event Series Movie Mondays

Movie Mondays: Pah

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.   Monday, July 1, 2024: Pah A young attorney’s life is disrupted by a massive stroke with lingering effects of two speech disorders … Continued