At UMAP, it’s one of our favorite times of the year — it’s National Aphasia Awareness month!
June gives us the opportunity to talk about aphasia more broadly and advocate for change.
This month, we have a great lineup of…
Kendra Scott Party – June 2023
Join us for our second event with Kendra Scott, Saturday, June 24, to shop and support the University of Michigan Aphasia Program!
20% of Kendra Scott’s proceeds raised that weekend, either from the in-person shopping day at their Troy, MI…
Faith, Family, and Church Community See Jeff and Mariah through the Challenges of Aphasia
Chapter 1
Jeff Windt enjoyed preaching and working with local families. The tools of his trade were words. For years, Jeff had been a pillar in his community. He was a leader at Second Presbyterian Church in Greenville, South Carolina,…
Aphasia Warrior Dash 2023
Join the University of Michigan Aphasia Program for our inaugural Aphasia Warrior Dash!
An event to celebrate the aphasia warriors in our lives! Walk, run, roll, shuffle, or boogie your way to the finish line, however you are mobile! Complete…
Kendra Scott Party – May 2023
This spring, we are excited to partner with Kendra Scott to host two events! Join us for our first event on Saturday, May 27, to shop and support the University of Michigan Aphasia Program!
On specific dates, 20% of their…
Like Daughter, Like Mother – Finding the Beauty in Aphasia
Parents hope to share a bond with their children, especially as they get older. After years of raising and nurturing a child, many parents look forward to getting to see their children grow into adults and appreciate who they are…
Parenting Through Separation and Divorce Virtual Workshop – Summer 2023
The University Center for the Child and Family (UCCF) offers free Parenting Through Separation and Divorce virtual workshops each month. The link to access the online workshop is provided to participants after registration. All upcoming sessions are scheduled for 11…
Kendra Scott Partnership with University of Michigan Aphasia Program – 2023
This spring, The University of Michigan Aphasia Program (UMAP) is excited to partner with Kendra Scott to host two events!
Kendra Scott is a designer jewelry boutique, with stores throughout the country. They are known for partnering with organizations to…
Giving Blueday 2023 Recap
Thanks to our donors on Giving Blueday, the University of Michigan Aphasia Program (UMAP) has established a mental health fund to support our clients with aphasia. Contributions will go toward developing mental health resources, tools, and training programs targeted at…
MARI Seeking Next Senior Director
The Mary A. Rackham Institute (MARI) is searching for our next senior director. The current director, Dr. Bruno Giordani, is stepping down as MARI senior leader at the end June, 2023, after a five-year term and extension.
MARI’s mission is…