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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…

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,…

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…

UMAP and NAA host webinar on Intensive, Comprehensive Aphasia Programs

February 23, 2024 General, News, UMAP

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…

February 2024 Dates for Aphasia Social Hours

February 8, 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,…

Going Blue for Brandi | Brandi’s Story

February 5, 2024 General, News, Success Story, UCLL, UMAP

Family has always been a central value for Brandi Garden. For over 30 years, she focused on raising two children and building a life with her husband, Doug.  She remained close to her family, including her sister, aunts, uncles, and…

January 2024 Dates for Aphasia Social Hours

January 4, 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,…