Aphasia Tips: How to Advocate for Yourself / ARC's Aphasia Matters #17 42724

SUMMARY: We share tips on how to advocate for yourself if you have aphasia. We suggest using an aphasia card or keeping information on your phone to teach others about aphasia and let them know how they can help you communicate. We also shares upcoming events and resources from the Aphasia Recovery Connection.
DETAILS:
• David, ARC's Founder, had a stroke over 20 years ago and couldn't talk, read, or write.
• He got better each year by learning communication tips and connecting with others.
• Many people don't know about aphasia. You can teach them with an aphasia card or by keeping information on your phone.
• The card should explain what aphasia is and tell people what helps you, like writing keywords or giving you more time.
• You can get free aphasia cards to print from the Aphasia Recovery Connection website, or buy pre-made cards on Amazon for about $8-10.
• The Aphasia Recovery Connection has online events every day, like bingo, music sessions, and chats where you can meet other people with aphasia.
• They also have a conference in January 2025 with a cruise after it for people who want to keep connecting.
• We suggest making an action plan each week with something to work on your aphasia every day.
• Using your brain is like exercising a muscle - it gets stronger when you use it regularly.
• The Aphasia Recovery Connection wants to create an inclusive world for people with aphasia. You are not alone.
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Aphasia Card 👍👍!! Good!!!