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Aphasia Social Hour Schedule for October 2020

October 1, 2020 Events, News, UCLL, UMAP

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

September 3, 2020 Events, News, UCLL, UMAP

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…

Practice your communication with the U-M Aphasia Community Group!

January 8, 2020 Events, Group Therapy, News, UCLL, UMAP

  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…

U-M Aphasia Program Featured to Show U-M Value Outside the Classroom

September 5, 2019 News, Success Story

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.…

U-M Aphasia Program Featured in How Music Can Help Aphasia Article

August 21, 2019 General, News, UMAP

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…

U-M Aphasia Community Group – Fall 2019

September 4, 2019 Events, News

The U-M Aphasia Community Group Fall 2019 (UMAC) is a great way to meet people in the aphasia community, while boosting communication skills and confidence! If you or your loved one has aphasia, consider joining the conversation group. We have…

Ted Baxter Shares his Story to Help Bring Aphasia Awareness

June 12, 2019 News, Success Story, UMAP

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…

U-M Aphasia Community Group – June 2019

June 5, 2019 Events, News

The U-M Aphasia Community (UMAC) group is a great way to meet people in the aphasia community while boosting communication skills and confidence! If you or your loved one has aphasia, consider joining the conversation group. The University Center for…

U-M Aphasia Community Group – March 2019

March 6, 2019 Events, News

The U-M Aphasia Community (UMAC) group is a great way to meet people in the aphasia community while boosting communication skills and confidence! If you or your loved one has aphasia, consider joining the conversation group. The University Center for…

Josh and Lauren’s Story: Finding a Support System – At Home and at UMAP

January 25, 2019 Caregiver, News, Success Story

Josh and Lauren Mathews Hometown: Nashville, TN Six years ago Josh Mathews suffered a brain injury when he was attacked outside a bar. In an instant, everything changed for Josh and his wife, Lauren. He was left unable to speak,…