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MARI Celebrates New Office Space with Community Open House
The Mary A. Rackham Institute (MARI), recently relocated our mental health offices to 210 S. 5th Ave in downtown Ann Arbor. To welcome the community to the new space and to celebrate the move to our building, MARI hosted an…
Apr 1, 2024
MARI Annual Report for FY2023 Now Available!
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…
Mar 28, 2024
ASD Feeding Program
The University Center for the Child and Family (UCCF) is excited to share news about the feeding program for ASD* clients. The feeding program uses empirically supported behavioral strategies to address feeding concerns. A BCBA* will work one on one…
Mar 22, 2024
UCLL 2023 Fundraising Summary
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…
Feb 28, 2024
Tim Wadhams & Tyler Thomas Aphasia Awareness Fund Established
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…
Feb 27, 2024
UMAP and NAA host webinar on Intensive, Comprehensive Aphasia Programs
In June 2023, the University of Michigan Aphasia Program (UMAP) and the National Aphasia Association (NAA) partnered together to host a webinar. This webinar, part of the NAA’s monthly series called ‘Ask the Expert’, focused on Intensive, Comprehensive Aphasia Programs…
Feb 23, 2024
Going Blue for Brandi | Brandi’s Story
A Stroke at 50 Years Old Aphasia is Here The UMAP Difference Family Support Staying Strong, Together
Feb 5, 2024
Singing Again After Aphasia | Bruce’s Story
“Would you wear a helmet, please? You really need to get a helmet.” “Why? I know, but the good ones are expensive.” “To protect your head. It’s your head.” “I’ll think about it.” These words would haunt Bruce and Jeanne…
Dec 20, 2023
UMAP Discusses Impact of Aphasia On Families with NAA
On Thursday, October 12, 2023, the University of Michigan Aphasia Program (UMAP) hosted a virtual presentation with the National Aphasia Association (NAA). Dr. Carol Persad, director of UMAP and the University Center for Language and Literacy, discussed the impact of…
Oct 26, 2023
MARI Trainee Graduation – Fall 2023
The Mary A. Rackham Institute (MARI) recently celebrated our class of 2022-23 student trainees. In August 2023, MARI staff gathered at March View Meadows park to celebrate the graduates and their accomplishments. Food was served and each graduate received a…
Sep 14, 2023