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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…

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…

U-M Aphasia Program to Host “Ask the Experts” Chat in October 2023

October 12, 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 discussion. On Thursday, October 12, 2023, UMAP will discuss the impact of aphasia on families, specifically care-partner needs and…

“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

Join us for our second event with Kendra Scott, Saturday, June 24, to shop and support the University of Michigan Aphasia Program! 20% of Kendra Scott’s proceeds raised that weekend, either from the in-person shopping day at their Troy, MI…

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…