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!

SmallTalk App Spotlight: Frases de Conversación (Conversation Phrases in Spanish)

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®.

December 2017 ACE Webinars

We're excited to invite you to register for our ACE webinar this month! If you haven't yet signed up for a webinar and have a new Lingraphica device, we urge you to join us! Watch the video below to learn more about the webinars and how to register!


Success Story: Butch Goodwin Lives an Independent Life Despite Aphasia

On December 6, 2013, Arthur “Butch” Goodwin had a stroke at age 39. With the help of a device from Lingraphica, a loving family, and a determined speech-language pathologist, he's learning to communicate again and meeting his goals.

6 Tips for Navigating the Holidays with Aphasia

The holiday season has arrived at Lingraphica, and we would like to share a few tips for navigating the holidays with people living with aphasia or other communication disorders, as well as their loved ones. Keep reading to learn more.                                                                                                 

November 2017 ACE Webinars

We're excited to invite you to register for our ACE webinar this month! If you haven't yet signed up for a webinar and have a new Lingraphica device, we urge you to join us! Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, we will only be having our introductory webinar this month. It will be held on Tuesday, November 21 at 1 p.m. EST. Watch the video below to learn more about the webinar and how to register!


SmallTalk App Spotlight: Letters, Numbers, Colors

 

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®.

November is National Caregiver Awareness Month!

November is National Caregiver Awareness Month, and here at Lingraphica, we know the important role that caregivers play in the lives of those who have had a stroke. To honor their efforts and labors of love, we offer a few tips for “taking care of the caregiver.”                                                                                                         

The Four Most Common Questions About Aphasia

 
Every year more than 795,000 Americans have a stroke. Of this number, 25 to 40 percent acquire aphasia. 2.4-4.1 million people are currently living with aphasia in North America. Most people don’t know they have it or even how to explain it. With more than 30 years of experience serving the aphasia community, we’re answering some of the most common questions we're asked about aphasia.

10 Tips For Communicating with Someone Who Has Aphasia

Aphasia is a communication disorder that affects a person’s ability to process and use language. It is a neurological condition caused by damage to the portions of the brain responsible for language, and it does not affect intelligence.

Aphasia Spotlight: Minnesota Connect Aphasia Now

Dealing with aphasia can be a long, hard road for many. Thankfully, there are organizations dedicated to helping and supporting that journey. Meet the Minnesota Connect Aphasia Now (MnCAN) and the services it provides to people who have aphasia.