Aphasia Readers

We know firsthand how difficult the road to recovery can be for those with aphasia and apraxia. Today, we are challenging you to drop the excuses, work hard, and have a little fun in the process! You're stronger than you think! 💪

NATIONAL COOKING DAY | 🍳
Do you like to cook? Then you'll love our cooking session in Aphasia Readers Level 2, dedicated to holding a dialogue with a spouse or friend while preparing a meal! You can purchase this book on our website 👉https://loom.ly/WcoSKXQ or on Amazon.

In the words of F. Scott Fitzgerald, "Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall."

Wishing all our friends a happy season of fall filled with bonfires, falling leaves, and cozy nights by the fire! 🍂

Traveling can be an exciting adventure, but for individuals with disabilities, it often comes with unique challenges. While some disabilities are visible, many, like aphasia, remain hidden, making it difficult for people with hidden disabilities to receive the support and understanding they need while navigating airports, train stations, and other travel hubs.✈️

The Hidden Disability Lanyard, also known as the Sunflower Lanyard, is designed to help bridge this gap. Read more about it and how it can help as we approach the holiday travel season 👉 https://loom.ly/719WC0w

GET READY FOR MOVIE NIGHT | 🎬
Who loves going to the movies?✋ It's a classic date night option as well as a good time spent with friends. For this reason, we put together a few functional phrases that you may find useful when going to the movies!

Download this worksheet and explore many others on our website 👉 https://loom.ly/1k1kdKY.

THE POWER OF ENCOURAGEMENT | 💜
Today, on the , we're sharing a powerful message to encourage you through your recovery. We know it takes many hours of practice to make what sometimes seems like small gains, but you can do it! We believe in you!

Also, check out our "Words of Affirmation" Fridge Functional Phrases to practice speaking words of encouragement over yourself. 👉 https://loom.ly/1k1kdKY.

May we remember so we can refocus our attention on what really matters most.

Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, September 9th for this month's Ask the Expert Webinar!

This month's topic is "Empowering Communication: Getting What You Need for Healthcare and Support"

Expert Brooke Hatfield, MS, CCC-SLP, CAE (she/her/hers), is ASHA senior director of health care services in speech-language pathology. She will be sharing some tools and strategies that make managing your health a little easier.

For more information, to submit your questions, and to join the webinar, visit: https://aphasia.org/event/ask-the-expert-empowering-communication/