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: 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®.

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.

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.

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.