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SUMMARY:Black American Aphasia Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:Program: Black American Aphasia Conversation Group  \nDescription: An inclusive place for black people with aphasia to connect. \nAdvisors: Michael Obel-Omia\, Angie Cauthorn\, and Nikki Benson-Watlington \nWhen: Every other Monday from 4-5pm EST \n \nMore Information: This inclusive\, aphasia-friendly group discusses a wide range of topics\, including sharing tips and some of the challenges faced living while Black and struck by an invisible\, severely underknown disability called aphasia.  We welcome all who acknowledge the existence of the unique challenges each quality poses and support the mission of creating an emotional refuge for Black people living with aphasia. The Black American Aphasia Conversation Group meets every other Monday. It is advised by Angie Cauthorn (NAA Board Member and co-founder of ARCH)\, Michael Obel-Omia\, and Nikki Benson-Watlington (Outreach Coordinator\, The Aphasia Center at Jefferson Moss-Magee)
URL:https://staging.aphasia.org/event/black-american-aphasia-conversation-group-3-2-2-2/2025-05-12/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
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SUMMARY:PPA Care Partner Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Program:  Support Community For Communication and Care Partners of people with PPA and PPAOS \nAdvisor: Kiiya Shibata and Zoe Ezzes \nWhen: Every 2nd and 4th Monday at 7:30pm ET \nMore Information: Join us for an evening support group for communication and care partners of people with primary progressive aphasia and primary progressive apraxia of speech (PPA/PPAOS). This is a space for care partners\, family\, and friends of people with PPA/PPAOS to find community with one another. Hosted virtually via Zoom by the National Aphasia Association. \n \nMeeting ID: 811 1409 2412\nPasscode: 564527
URL:https://staging.aphasia.org/event/ppa-caregiver-support-group/2025-05-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T170000
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SUMMARY:Technology and Supports for Aphasia
DESCRIPTION:Program: Technology and Supports for Aphasia Group \nTopic: Learn about current technology available to support people with aphasia. \nAdvisors: Brooke Lang and Bryn Bowles \nWhen: The second Tuesday of the month\, 4:00-5:00pm EST \nClick This Zoom Link To Join \n  \nMore Information: In this virtual conversation group\, we will share and discuss using technology to support persons with Aphasia and expand upon your home program. We will go beyond just the apps that are “made for people with Aphasia” and show you how you can use the many options that are out there\, personalize them\, and tailor them to your needs so you can become more independent in your environment. This group is advised by Brooke Lang and Bryn Bowles (Integrative Reconnective Aphasia Therapy).
URL:https://staging.aphasia.org/event/technology-and-supports-for-aphasia-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T162343
CREATED:20250430T134438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T143054Z
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SUMMARY:After the Expert
DESCRIPTION:Program: After the Expert \nTopic: A conversation about last week’s “Ask the Expert” webinar! An opportunity to share thoughts and ask questions. \nAdvisors: Maura Silverman and Katherine Noyes \nWhen: The Wednesday following the “Ask the Expert” each month from 12-1pm Eastern Time \n  \nClick This Zoom Link To Join \n  \nMore Information: Did you join our “Ask the Expert” webinar live last Thursday? Or\, have you had a chance to watch the recording on the NAA’s YouTube channel? In this virtual conversation group\, we will have an opportunity to talk about the topic shared in this month’s “Ask the Expert” webinar. Bring your comments and questions as we chat about the information presented by our Expert(s).
URL:https://staging.aphasia.org/event/after-the-expert-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T210000
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SUMMARY:Parenting With Aphasia
DESCRIPTION:Program: Parenting with Aphasia \nTopic: We talk about what it’s like raising children while having aphasia. \nAdvisor: Lauren Schwabish \nWhen: The second Wednesday of each month from 8-9pm EST \n \nMore Information: 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 advised by Lauren Schwabish (Owner of Neuro Speech Services).
URL:https://staging.aphasia.org/event/parenting-with-aphasia-2-2/2025-05-14/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T113500
DTSTAMP:20260420T162343
CREATED:20250402T090411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T143030Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation for People with Aphasia - Guided Meditation and Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided meditation and conversation.\n\nProgram: Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation for People with Aphasia\n\nTopic: Guided Meditation and Discussion\n\nAdvisor: Seth Brunner\n\nWhen: Fridays from 11-11:35am ET.\n \n\nClick This Zoom Link To Join \n  \nMore information: 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\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 visit our  series page to access the materials.\n\nThe meditation program is advised by Seth Brunner. Seth is a member of the NAA Board of Directors and a long-term meditator. Seth experiences aphasia as a result of a stroke more than 35 years ago. You may reach Seth at seth@aphasia.org
URL:https://staging.aphasia.org/event/introduction-to-mindfulness-meditation-for-people-with-aphasia-guided-meditation-and-discussion-2-2/2025-05-16/
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SUMMARY:Game Show
DESCRIPTION:Program: Game Show Group \nTopic: Have fun playing popular game show games with other people with aphasia! \nAdvisor: Courtney Caruso  \nWhen: One Friday per month\, 12-1pm ET \nClick This Zoom Link To Join \n  \nMore Information: 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. Come and join in on the fun! This group is advised by Courtney Caruso (Founder of Liberty Speech Associates).
URL:https://staging.aphasia.org/event/game-show-2-2/2025-05-16/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T200000
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CREATED:20250516T102643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T182628Z
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SUMMARY:Aphasia Care Partner Group
DESCRIPTION:Program: Aphasia Care Partner Group \nTopic: A conversation group for care partners of people with aphasia due to stroke or brain injury. \nAdvisor: Abbe Simon \nWhen: The third Wednesday of the month\, 7-8 PM Eastern Time \n \nMore Information: This monthly group welcomes care partners of people who have aphasia due to stroke or brain injury. Group advisor\, Abbe Simon\, reminds clients that aphasia does not just impact the person who has it.  The group will be a space for care partners to share\, inquire\, support\, and learn.  Friends\, family members\, colleagues\, all are welcome. Hosted virtually via Zoom by the National Aphasia Association.
URL:https://staging.aphasia.org/event/aphasia-care-partner-group-2/2025-05-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T153000
DTSTAMP:20260420T162343
CREATED:20250407T082307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T195433Z
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SUMMARY:PPA Chat
DESCRIPTION:Program: Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) Chats\n\nTopic: A supportive conversation about Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA)\n\nAdvisors: Becky Khayum\, Lorraine Podolsky\, Christie Carroll Duhigg\, Natalie Douglas\, Cindy Nichols\, Kiiya Shibata\n\nWhen: Two Fridays a month\, 2:30-3:30pm Eastern Time\n\n\n  \nJoin the Zoom Meeting \n  \n\nMore Information: PPA Chats are for people with PPA and their communication partners. We start as a group\, sometimes with a short presentation. Then\, we split into breakout rooms based on PPA type or symptoms\, so you can talk with others in a similar situation. Communication partners are welcome to assist during the chat\, like using supports (i.e. key words\, help with words\, etc.). There’s also a breakout room for communication partners to connect with each other. \n  \nLearn more about PPA \n 
URL:https://staging.aphasia.org/event/ppa-chat-3/2025-05-23/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T170000
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CREATED:20250416T142035Z
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SUMMARY:Black American Aphasia Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:Program: Black American Aphasia Conversation Group  \nDescription: An inclusive place for black people with aphasia to connect. \nAdvisors: Michael Obel-Omia\, Angie Cauthorn\, and Nikki Benson-Watlington \nWhen: Every other Monday from 4-5pm EST \nClick This Zoom Link To Join \n  \nMore Information: This inclusive\, aphasia-friendly group discusses a wide range of topics\, including sharing tips and some of the challenges faced living while Black and struck by an invisible\, severely underknown disability called aphasia.  We welcome all who acknowledge the existence of the unique challenges each quality poses and support the mission of creating an emotional refuge for Black people living with aphasia. The Black American Aphasia Conversation Group meets every other Monday. It is advised by Angie Cauthorn (NAA Board Member and co-founder of ARCH)\, Michael Obel-Omia\, and Nikki Benson-Watlington (Outreach Coordinator\, The Aphasia Center at Jefferson Moss-Magee)
URL:https://staging.aphasia.org/event/black-american-aphasia-conversation-group-3-2-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T113500
DTSTAMP:20260420T162343
CREATED:20250519T102220Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation for People with Aphasia
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided meditation and conversation.\n\nProgram: Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation for People with Aphasia\n\nTopic: Guided Meditation and Discussion\n\nAdvisor: Seth Brunner\n\nWhen: Fridays from 11-11:35am ET.\n \n\nClick This Zoom Link To Join \n  \nMore information: 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\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 visit our  series page to access the materials.\n\nThe meditation program is advised by Seth Brunner. Seth is a member of the NAA Board of Directors and a long-term meditator. Seth experiences aphasia as a result of a stroke more than 35 years ago. You may reach Seth at seth@aphasia.org
URL:https://staging.aphasia.org/event/introduction-to-mindfulness-meditation-for-people-with-aphasia-2/2025-05-30/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
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