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Support MARI on Giving Tuesday 2024

December 3, 2024 General, News, Psych Clinic, UCCF, UCLL

At the Mary A. Rackham Institute (MARI), we remain steadfast in our mission to offer compassionate and evidence-based mental health, language, and literacy care. Your continued support helps us sustain our expert clinical consultations, culturally humble services, and individually tailored…

MARI Annual Report for FY2024 Now Available

October 1, 2024 News, Psych Clinic, UCCF, UCLL, UMAP

To showcase the impact we have in the mental health and language and literacy communities and reflecting our commitment to transparency, the Mary A. Rackham Institute (MARI) recently published a progress report for fiscal year 2024. The report delves into…

September 2024 Dates for Aphasia Social Hours

September 5, 2024 Events, News, UCLL, UMAP

Join the U-M Aphasia Program (UMAP) for virtual Aphasia Social Hours. Every Thursday, you can connect with others with aphasia and practice communication skills in a low-pressure setting. Our social hours are led by licensed speech language pathologists.  The virtual…

MARI Outreach in August 2024

August 29, 2024 General, News, Psych Clinic, UCCF, UCLL

In August 2024, staff at the Mary A. Rackham Insitute (MARI) participated in two outreach events on the University of Michigan’s campus, engaging with both undergraduate and graduate students. At the events, MARI’s table included flyers detailing services at our…

The Silent Struggle: The Mental Health Crisis for People with Aphasia and Their Families

June 18, 2024 General, News, UCLL, UMAP

Mental health issues are often a major concern for persons with aphasia and their families. Depression, anxiety, PTSD, and grief, among others, are common reactions to the losses that aphasia brings and the impact it has on family and other…

June 2024 Dates for Aphasia Social Hours

June 6, 2024 Events, News, UCLL, UMAP

The U-M Aphasia Program (UMAP)’s virtual Aphasia Social Hours happen weekly! Every Thursday, you can connect with others with aphasia and practice communication skills in a low-pressure setting.  The virtual social hours take place from 2-3 p.m. (EST), every Thursday,…

MARI Annual Report for FY2023 Now Available!

March 28, 2024 News, Psych Clinic, UCCF, UCLL, UMAP

To showcase the impact we have in the mental health and language and literacy communities and reflecting our commitment to transparency, the Mary A. Rackham Institute (MARI) recently published a progress report for fiscal year 2023. The report delves into…

March 2024 Dates for Aphasia Social Hours

March 7, 2024 Events, News, UCLL, UMAP

The U-M Aphasia Program (UMAP)’s virtual Aphasia Social Hours happen weekly! Every Thursday, you can connect with others with aphasia and practice communication skills in a low-pressure setting.  The virtual social hours take place from 2-3 p.m. (EST), every Thursday,…

UCLL 2023 Fundraising Summary

February 28, 2024 General, News, UCLL, UMAP

Aphasia is a multifaceted condition. Not only does it affect language, but it also has a strong impact on mental health. Depression, anxiety, and other reactions can impact both the person with aphasia and their family relationships and quality of…

Tim Wadhams & Tyler Thomas Aphasia Awareness Fund Established

February 27, 2024 News, UCLL, UMAP

The University of Michigan Aphasia Program (UMAP) is excited to announce the creation of the Tim Wadhams & Tyler Thomas Aphasia Awareness Fund.  The fund was originally conceived in 2021 by Tyler Thomas in honor of Tim Wadhams, a close…