The NAA offers a variety of programs and events designed to connect, educate, and empower individuals with aphasia and those who support them.
Program:  Support Community For Communication and Care Partners of people with PPA and PPAOS Advisor: Kiiya Shibata and Zoe Ezzes When: Every 2nd and 4th Monday at 7:30pm ET More 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
View DetailsProgram: Technology and Supports for Aphasia Group Topic: Learn about current technology available to support people with aphasia. Advisors: Brooke Lang and Bryn Bowles When: The second Tuesday of the month, 4:00-5:00pm EST Click This Zoom Link To Join More Information: In this virtual conversation group, we will share and discuss using technology to
View DetailsProgram: After the Expert Topic: A conversation about last week's "Ask the Expert" webinar! An opportunity to share thoughts and ask questions. Advisors: Maura Silverman and Katherine Noyes When: The Wednesday following the "Ask the Expert" each month from 12-1pm Eastern Time Click This Zoom Link To Join More Information: Did you join
View DetailsParenting 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.
View DetailsJoin us for a guided meditation and conversation.
View DetailsProgram: Game Show Group Topic: Have fun playing popular game show games with other people with aphasia! Advisor: Courtney Caruso When: One Friday per month, 12-1pm ET Click This Zoom Link To Join More Information: This group will bring popular TV game shows to life in an aphasia-friendly way. We will play games like
View DetailsThis 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.
View DetailsProgram: Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) Chats Topic: A supportive conversation about Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) Advisors: Becky Khayum, Lorraine Podolsky, Christie Carroll Duhigg, Natalie Douglas, Cindy Nichols, Kiiya Shibata When: Two Fridays a month, 2:30-3:30pm Eastern Time Join the Zoom Meeting More Information:Â PPA Chats are for people with PPA and their communication partners.
View DetailsProgram: Black American Aphasia Conversation Group Description: An inclusive place for black people with aphasia to connect. Advisors: Michael Obel-Omia, Angie Cauthorn, and Nikki Benson-Watlington When: Every other Monday from 4-5pm EST Click This Zoom Link To Join More Information: This inclusive, aphasia-friendly group discusses a wide range of topics, including sharing tips and
View DetailsJoin us for a guided meditation and conversation.
View DetailsYoung adults with aphasia have a unique experience in the aphasia community. Join us to talk about relationships, work, school, health care and insurance, therapy, and more. This group is advised by Kitti Tong and Katie Breece, both of whom are young adults with aphasia.
View DetailsProgram: Technology and Supports for Aphasia Group Topic: Learn about current technology available to support people with aphasia. Advisors: Brooke Lang and Bryn Bowles When: The second Tuesday of the month, 4:00-5:00pm EST Click This Zoom Link To Join More Information: In this virtual conversation group, we will share and discuss using technology to
View Details