Speaking American English Workshop: Fall 2020 Session

September 30, 2020 Events, News, UCLL, Workshops

The University Center for Language and Literacy is offering a Speaking American English workshop designed to help you reach personal communication goals. Speaking American English: A workshop for English Language Learners offers a supportive environment where you have the opportunity…

Aphasia Social Hour Schedule for September 2020

September 3, 2020 Events, News, UCLL, UMAP

We have set the September 2020 Aphasia Social Hour topics of discussion — join in the fun and register for all or any of them that spark your interest. Please note that beginning Sept. 10, we are changing the start…

UMAP Social Hour: Let’s Talk About Art and Aphasia

August 27, 2020 Events, News, UCLL, UMAP

Art can help us both express and see life in a different way. When aphasia is part of the story, art can take on additional importance and can help someone with the communication disorder have a conversation without words. Show…

UMAP Social Hour: A Few of Your Favorite Things

August 20, 2020 Events, News, UCLL, UMAP

During this week’s aphasia social hour,  we want you to ‘show and tell’ us all about you — share three of your favorite things and tell us why they are your faves. The aphasia social hour is hosted by the…

New! Virtual Intensive, Comprehensive Aphasia Program Now Available

August 6, 2020 General, News, Services, UCLL, UMAP

The pandemic may mean staying distant and staying home, but it doesn’t mean your aphasia recovery has to stop. The University of Michigan Aphasia Program is inviting Michigan residents to continue the work through a new program: the UMAP virtual…

UMAP Aphasia Social Hour – Bring a Brag!

May 14, 2020 Events, General, UCLL, UMAP

This week’s Aphasia Social Hour is all about the good news in our lives: share a personal achievement, show off a life accomplishment, or tell us the highlight of your week. From awarded accolades to photos of your favorite memories,…

New! Resources to Help Handle Anxiety and Parenting During Uncertainty

May 11, 2020 News, UCCF

The University Center for the Child and Family (UCCF) has created new resources for parents, families, and individuals to help deal with anxiety and challenges during pandemic times — or any time of uncertainty and stress. The resources are meant…

Expert Interview: Anxiety in Kids and Yourself During Coronavirus

April 17, 2020 General, News, Parenting, UCCF

UPDATE: Dr. Hunter did a follow up interview with PBS’s One Detroit on April 15, several weeks into the shelter-in-place order. The interview, featuring her tips and suggestions for staying mentally healthy as a family, can be seen here: Family…

Now Accepting: Credit Card Payments Online

April 15, 2020 General, News, Services

MARI is now able to accept online credit card payments for client services. Payments can be made through the secure online payment site, accessible through the MARI “Pay My Bill” link available on all webpages in the top menu bar.…

What Michigan ‘Stay Home, Stay Safe’ Order Means for MARI Clients

March 23, 2020 News, Psych Clinic, UCCF, UCLL

Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed the Stay Home, Stay Safe Executive Order (EO 2020-21), directing all non-essential Michigan businesses and operations to temporarily suspend in-person operations. ‘Essential’ is defined as businesses that are necessary to sustain or protect life. As…