LIFE Beyond Aphasia

#156 The Seven Aphasia Care Partner Myths You Need to Know


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Are you caring for someone with aphasia? In this episode, Genevieve Richardson, a speech pathologist and care partner coach, busts the 7 most common myths that can hold caregivers and spouses back—and shares one practical tip for each.

 

You’ll learn:   

•    How to set boundaries without guilt     

•    The truth about “procrastination” and what it really means     

•    Why self-care isn’t selfish     

•    How routines give you freedom     

•    What aphasia does (and doesn’t) mean for intelligence     

•    What’s really behind “difficult behaviors”     

•    Why recovery doesn’t have an expiration date

 

Get expert advice, actionable tools, and real-world encouragement in less than 20 minutes. Want to dive deeper or connect with other care partners? Join our private membership, The Collective, for community, workshops, and step-by-step support.

 

Which myth surprised you most? Let us know in the comments!

 

#Aphasia #CarePartner #CaregiverSupport #MythBusting #SpeechTherapy #StrokeRecovery

 

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