| Description (Service) |
Provides conversation group therapy for adults with aphasia and other communication disorders * sessions are facilitated by Speech-Language Pathologists and Communicative Disorders Assistants with support from a Social Worker
The goal of the aphasia program is to enhance the communication skills and quality of life for people with aphasia using a Life Participation Approach to Aphasia (LPAA) * group members actively participate in conversation using a variety of communication strategies
A typical session may include:
- discussing current events and expressing opinions
- sharing life stories and events
- activities that focus on functional conversation skills using a variety of modes including speech, gestures, facial expression, writing, drawing and reading to more effectively express and understand messages in conversation
- supporting one another to develop skill and confidence in communicating
Aphasia is an acquired language disorder, most often caused by stroke, brain injury or brain illness, that affects a person's ability to communicate * aphasia does not affect intelligence
Services and Programs:
- Milton - Virtual Community Aphasia Program
- Mississauga - Virtual Community Aphasia Program
- Oakville - Virtual Community Aphasia Program
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| Hours |
Hours vary per program and location * call to confirm |
| Areas Served |
Brampton ; Burlington ; Milton ; Mississauga ; Oakville |
| Boundaries |
Brampton, Burlington, Milton, Mississauga, and Oakville |
| Eligibility |
Varied types/severity of aphasia due to stroke or brain injury, e.g., Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA), tumor * individuals must be medically stable and living in the community * willingness to participate in supportive conversation groups * demonstrate appropriate behaviour in a social group setting * no/minimal cognitive difficulties * client care needs (i.e., toileting, feeding, and transportation) are met by client or caregiver * access to a computer or tablet and internet for virtual services |
| Application |
Self-referral, healthcare professionals, community agencies, family members, caregivers, friends * fill out referral form (online) or fax to 365-601-1690 |
| Languages |
English |
| Fees |
inquire via phone |
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