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MARI Anti-Racism Statement: Solidarity and Action for Equality
Far too often, individuals in our society, under the guise of protecting the community, enact violence upon people of color, such us in the brutal and horrific killing of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, Philando Castile, and Alton Sterling.…
Jun 8, 2020
Expert Interview: Anxiety in Kids and Yourself During Coronavirus
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…
Apr 17, 2020
Now Accepting: Credit Card Payments Online
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.…
Apr 15, 2020
Maintaining Mental Health During the Coronavirus Pandemic – Resources and Tools
Be prepared but not panicked. Hope for the best, but get ready for the worst. Stay steady and strong in the face of uncertainty. Keep your cool to keep family and loved ones protected. These sayings sound great and are…
Mar 17, 2020
MARI Announces New Call Center
MARI has launched a new call center. Cindy Davis, senior patient services associate and manager of the call center, said the approach has several benefits for clients and referring clinicians. Specifically, the dedicated call center staff provides a quicker turnaround…
Feb 4, 2020
Taking a Teamwork Approach to Recovery: Tom and Janice’s Story
Name: Tom and Janice Herlihy Hometown: Burlingame, California Tom and Janice are the kind of couple that when you mention one, you usually mention the other. Traveling, raising their kids, moving cross country, enjoying life — Tom and Janice,…
Jan 13, 2020
Searching For Teletherapy, Finding UMAP
Stacy and Rhetta Johnstone Hometown: Ventura, California Stacy and Rhetta Johnstone have been together for 40 years. “We kinda grew up together,” said Rhetta. “It’s always been fun being with Stacy.” After Stacy’s stroke in 2016 and subsequent aphasia and apraxia…
Dec 13, 2019
U-M Aphasia Program Featured to Show U-M Value Outside the Classroom
The University of Michigan Aphasia Program (UMAP) makes a difference in peoples’ lives. As part of a new campaign to demonstrate the value of the University beyond the classroom, U-M recently featured the U-M Aphasia Program as one such example.…
Sep 5, 2019
U-M Aphasia Program Featured in How Music Can Help Aphasia Article
In 2013, country music super star Randy Travis suffered a massive stroke and resulting aphasia. A recent article in Everday Health details his journey: “The 54-year-old had a packed schedule with tour dates and an acting role in an upcoming…
Aug 21, 2019
Aphasia Ambassador and Advocate: Amy Walters
In continuation of our Aphasia Ambassador series, we are excited to shine a spotlight on California resident and U-M Aphasia Program (UMAP) client Amy Walters. Amy and her husband Dave have attended three intensive UMAP sessions and are active ambassadors…
Aug 14, 2019