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SUMMARY:Journey Through Speech Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:Program: Journey Through Speech \nTopic: Learn about travel and culture as we share facts\, stories\, and photos. \nAdvisors: Craig Smith and Genevieve Richardson \nWhen: The first Friday of each month from 1-2pm EST\n \nMore Information: If you love to explore the world and miss traveling\, join our virtual travel conversation group Journey Through Speech. This peer-led conversation group meets once a month to discuss all things related to travel and culture. In this aphasia-friendly space\, we will be sharing our travel experiences\, exploring a variety of cultures\, discussing places we have been and want to go\, exchanging travel tips\, and much more. This group is advised by Craig Smith and Genevieve Richardson (Founder of LIFE Speech Pathology). \nWe would love to see and talk about YOUR travel photos. Please send your favorite travel photos before the upcoming meeting to groups@aphasia.org.
URL:https://staging.aphasia.org/event/journey-through-speech-conversation-group-4-2/2025-07-04/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20241204T144343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T181329Z
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SUMMARY:Aphasia and Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Program: Aphasia and Wellness \nTopic: Learn and share ideas about wellness and self-care for people with aphasia. \nAdvisors: Katherine Noyes & Sharon Mosley \nWhen: One Thursday per month (usually the 1st Thursday) from 1-2pm Eastern Time \n \nMore Information: 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. This group is advised by Katherine Noyes (NAA Virtual Program Coordinator and Owner of Lotus Speech & Wellness) and Sharon Mosley (Owner of The Fit Talk Counseling and Health Coaching).
URL:https://staging.aphasia.org/event/aphasia-and-wellness-3/2025-07-03/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20250616T171009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T113135Z
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SUMMARY:Aphasia Cafe: Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Program: Aphasia Cafe: Lunch and Learn \nTopic:  A monthly online chat for people with aphasia\, care partners\, and professionals. The topic will vary each month (see below). \nAdvisors: Maura Silverman and Katherine Noyes \nWhen: The 4th Wednesday of the month\, 12-1pm Eastern Time
URL:https://staging.aphasia.org/event/aphasia-cafe-lunch-learn-5-2/
CATEGORIES:Education and Training
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89099157959
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20250207T082916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T182526Z
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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/2025-06-23/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20250120T081134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T181539Z
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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-3-2-2-2/2025-06-23/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
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-2/2025-06-18/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20240827T081559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T195504Z
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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-2-2/2025-06-13/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20250509T100946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T180001Z
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SUMMARY:Ask the Expert - NAA Ambassadors
DESCRIPTION:What: Ask the Expert is a free\, interactive webinar putting people with aphasia in touch with experts in aphasia-related fields. For Aphasia Awareness Month\, we will learn about the NAA’s Ambassador Program and how to increase aphasia awareness from a panel of our Ambassadors themselves! \n  \nWhy: To learn about important topics in aphasia from experts in our community. \n  \nWho: A panel of our NAA Ambassadors. \n  \nWhen: Thursday\, June 12th from 7:00pm-8:00pm Eastern Time \n \n\n  \nSubmit a question for our experts using this form:\nSubmit a Question\n  \nDownload our event flyers:\n\nPrintable Flyer (for printing and posting and sharing)\nElectronic Flyer (for sharing by email or on social media)\n\n  \nAll webinars will be recorded and available for viewing. They will be posted to our YouTube channel several days after the event.
URL:https://staging.aphasia.org/event/ask-the-expert-naa-ambassadors-2/
CATEGORIES:Education and Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20240822T103400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T181944Z
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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-2-2/2025-06-11/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250609T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250609T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20250207T082916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T182526Z
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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/2025-06-09/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250609T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250609T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20250120T081134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T181539Z
UID:10001276-1749484800-1749488400@staging.aphasia.org
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-3-2-2-2/2025-06-09/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20240827T075932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T181145Z
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SUMMARY:Journey Through Speech Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:Program: Journey Through Speech \nTopic: Learn about travel and culture as we share facts\, stories\, and photos. \nAdvisors: Craig Smith and Genevieve Richardson \nWhen: The first Friday of each month from 1-2pm EST\n \nMore Information: If you love to explore the world and miss traveling\, join our virtual travel conversation group Journey Through Speech. This peer-led conversation group meets once a month to discuss all things related to travel and culture. In this aphasia-friendly space\, we will be sharing our travel experiences\, exploring a variety of cultures\, discussing places we have been and want to go\, exchanging travel tips\, and much more. This group is advised by Craig Smith and Genevieve Richardson (Founder of LIFE Speech Pathology). \nWe would love to see and talk about YOUR travel photos. Please send your favorite travel photos before the upcoming meeting to groups@aphasia.org.
URL:https://staging.aphasia.org/event/journey-through-speech-conversation-group-4-2/2025-06-06/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T113500
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20250519T102220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T195348Z
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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-2/2025-06-06/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20241204T144343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T181329Z
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SUMMARY:Aphasia and Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Program: Aphasia and Wellness \nTopic: Learn and share ideas about wellness and self-care for people with aphasia. \nAdvisors: Katherine Noyes & Sharon Mosley \nWhen: One Thursday per month (usually the 1st Thursday) from 1-2pm Eastern Time \n \nMore Information: 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. This group is advised by Katherine Noyes (NAA Virtual Program Coordinator and Owner of Lotus Speech & Wellness) and Sharon Mosley (Owner of The Fit Talk Counseling and Health Coaching).
URL:https://staging.aphasia.org/event/aphasia-and-wellness-3/2025-06-05/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20250521T114153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T195325Z
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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-2-2-2-2/2025-06-03/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20250103T083118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T181845Z
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SUMMARY:Young Adult Aphasia Group
DESCRIPTION:Program: Young Adult Aphasia Group \nTopic: A conversation group for adults under 50 who have aphasia \nAdvisors: Kitti Tong and Katie Breece \nWhen: The first Monday of the month from 7-8pm Eastern Time \nMore Information: Young 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.
URL:https://staging.aphasia.org/event/young-adult-aphasia-group-3/2025-06-02/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T113500
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20250519T102220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T195348Z
UID:10001548-1748602800-1748604900@staging.aphasia.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20250416T142035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T195411Z
UID:10001485-1748361600-1748365200@staging.aphasia.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T153000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20250407T082307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T195433Z
UID:10001484-1748010600-1748014200@staging.aphasia.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20250516T102643Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20240827T081559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T195504Z
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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:20250516T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T113500
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20240822T103400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T181944Z
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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:20250514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
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:20250513T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20240911T104414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T195531Z
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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:20250512T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20250207T082916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T182526Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061108
CREATED:20250120T081134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T181539Z
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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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