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…
Aphasia Fund Breaks the $100K Donations Mark and Growing!
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
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…
Aphasia Social Hour Schedule for October 2020
During the Aphasia Social Hours this month, we will focus on discussions around what family means to you, a virtual tailgate!, the magic of movies, it’s fall y’all, and Halloween.
Please register for each of the weeks you’d like to…
Aphasia Social Hour Schedule for September 2020
We have set the September 2020 Aphasia Social Hour topics of discussion — join in the fun and register for all or any of them that spark your interest. Please note that beginning Sept. 10, we are changing the start…
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,…
Practice your communication with the U-M Aphasia Community Group!
A new session of the U-M Aphasia Community (UMAC) group is starting soon and the new year is the perfect time to recommit to building your communication skills. All in the aphasia community are welcome to join, regardless of…
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…
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…
Ted Baxter Shares his Story to Help Bring Aphasia Awareness
Ted W. Baxter, author of memoir Relentless, aphasia advocate, and former University of Michigan Aphasia Program (UMAP) client, returned to Ann Arbor to give voice to the millions of people in the U.S. with aphasia who may not be able…
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