The Aphasia Corner

Get the latest stroke and aphasia information, resources, tips and news from the Lingraphica team. If we can help you find specific information or you need assistance in any way, please contact us anytime. Check back often for new content!

ABC’s “Speechless” and Five Facts About Communication Devices You Might Not Know

In the fall of 2016, a television show called "Speechless" premiered on ABC. The television show, which is still going strong, features Maya, played by Minnie Driver, on a mission to provide for her family and eldest son, JJ, with cerebral palsy. Together, Maya and JJ fight injustices both real and imagined. 

October 2017 ACE Webinars

We're excited to invite you to register for our two ACE webinars this month! If you haven't yet signed up for a webinar and have a new Lingraphica device, we urge you to join us! In addition to the Intro to ACE Webinar we host each month, there is also a slightly more advanced webinar that deals with a particular topic. This month, we show you how to use your device for voice replacement, to support your speech, and for speech therapy. Watch the video below to learn more about the webinars and how to register!


SmallTalk App Spotlight: Pain Scale

 

This is a series of blogs that will feature our free SmallTalk apps available for the iPad®, iPhone® and iPod touch® on the App Store®. At Lingraphica, we understand that a communication device may not be a good fit for everyone. This is why we offer a number of products, services and apps for free! We want to be a resource for anyone working hard to improve a speech or cognitive impairment.

Aphasia Spotlight: Aphasia Center of West Texas

Dealing with aphasia can be a long, hard road for many. Thankfully, there are organizations dedicated to helping and supporting that journey. Meet the Aphasia Center of West Texas and the services it provides to people who have had a stroke.

Success Story: Rosanne Knapp Takes on Aphasia with a TouchTalk

Two years ago, Rosanne Knapp had a stroke at age 64. With the help of a device from Lingraphica, a loving husband, and a determined speech-language pathologist, she's learning to communicate again. Here is her story.

September 2017 ACE Webinars

We're excited to invite you to register for our two ACE webinars this month! If you haven't yet signed up for a webinar and have a new Lingraphica device, we urge you to join us! In addition to the Intro to ACE Webinar we host each month, there is also a slightly more advanced webinar that deals with a particular topic. This month, we show you how to set your device up to give a speech. Watch the video below to learn more about the webinars and how to register!


Aphasia Spotlight: Voices of Hope for Aphasia

Dealing with aphasia can be a long, hard road for many. Thankfully, there are organizations dedicated to helping and supporting that journey. Meet Voices of Hope for Aphasia and the services it provides to people who have aphasia.

SmallTalk App Spotlight: Intensive Care

 

This is a series of blogs that will feature our free SmallTalk apps available for the iPad®, iPhone® and iPod touch® on the App Store®. At Lingraphica, we understand that a communication device may not be a good fit for everyone. This is why we offer a number of products, services and apps for free! We want to be a resource for anyone working hard to improve a speech or cognitive impairment.

Lingraphica Staff: 100% SCA-Trained!

During the month of August, Lingraphica’s very own SCA-trained Brianne Kosch, MA, CCC-SLP, ATP, led all staff members through a two-hour workshop on Supported Conversations for Adults with Aphasia (SCA™). Read on to learn more about the staff’s education.

Aphasia.com 2017 Launch Announcement

We are excited to announce the launch of the brand new, completely redesigned aphasia.com! We've kept all the great content, plus added some good information that we hope you'll find useful. It's our hope that the site is easy to navigate and provides an excellent user experience. Watch the video below to learn more!