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“Ask the Experts” U-M Aphasia Panel with National Aphasia Association

June 8, 2023 Events, News, UCLL, UMAP

The University of Michigan Aphasia Program (UMAP) is excited to partner with the National Aphasia Association (NAA), to host a virtual panel discussion. On Thursday, June 8, 2023, the U-M Aphasia Program’s team will discuss things to consider with an…

Kendra Scott Party – June 2023

June 24, 2023 Events, General, News, UCLL, UMAP

This spring, we are excited to partner with Kendra Scott to host two events! Join us, Saturday, June 24, to shop and support the University of Michigan Aphasia Program! On specific dates, 20% of their profits (from their location in…

Aphasia Warrior Dash 2023

June 1, 2023 Events, General, News, UCLL, UMAP

Join the University of Michigan Aphasia Program for our inaugural Aphasia Warrior Dash! An event to celebrate the aphasia warriors in our lives! Walk, run, roll, shuffle, or boogie your way to the finish line, however you are mobile! Complete…

Kendra Scott Party – May 2023

May 27, 2023 Events, General, News, UCLL, UMAP

This spring, we are excited to partner with Kendra Scott to host two events! Join us for our first event on Saturday, May 27, to shop and support the University of Michigan Aphasia Program! On specific dates, 20% of their…

New Aphasia Zoom Backgrounds Available to Download

September 6, 2022 General, News, UMAP

The University of Michigan Aphasia Program (UMAP) is excited to share a new digital resource: aphasia zoom backgrounds.  These backgrounds are free to download and use. There are 12 options available and these backgrounds will work for various digital platforms,…

Stroke Survivors Stop in Ann Arbor While Cycling Across America

August 15, 2022 General, News, UMAP

Debra Meyerson and Steven Zuckerman made a special stop in Michigan recently as they cycle across America, spreading awareness about stroke, aphasia and recovery with Stroke Across America. They stopped in Ann Arbor and Detroit during their 4,300-mile journey to…

UMAP and Former Clients Featured in Atlanta Journal Constitution

July 25, 2022 General, Media Coverage, News, UCLL, UMAP

The U-M Aphasia Program (UMAP) and former UMAP clients Anna and Ryan Teal were recently featured in an article published by the Atlanta Journal Constitution (AJC). The article was featured as the cover story of Inspire Atlanta, a section in…

Aphasia Fund Breaks the $100K Donations Mark and Growing!

March 11, 2022 General, News, Success Story, UCLL

When Tyler Thomas set out to complete a full Ironman competition in fall 2021, he knew dedicating the race to close family friend Tim Wadhams felt right. Tyler decided to tackle the feat of endurance in honor of Tim —…

Racing Toward Aphasia Awareness: Tyler Thomas Takes on Ironman Triathlon

September 20, 2021 News, Success Story, UCLL, UMAP

UPDATE: Tyler completed the Chattanooga Ironman in just over 12 hours, on Sept. 26. He finished #37 in his age group, an impressive showing! Tim and Laurie were at the finish line to help him celebrate this major accomplishment. Tim…

A Pretty Way to Support Aphasia Treatment and Recovery

March 4, 2020 Events, News, UCLL

On March 4, 2020, we’re inviting you to help support aphasia treatment through an event with Kendra Scott.  The “Kendra Gives Back” party is hosted by jewelry and home goods retailer Kendra Scott. As part of the program, 20% of…