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#65 Bruce’s Holiday Communication Wish (Part 4 of 5 of Holiday Aphasia Inclusion Series)
🦃 🎄 Welcoming the Unwelcome Guest Called Aphasia During the Holidays Series 🦃 🎄
#65 Bruce's Holiday Communication Wish (Part 4 of 5 of Holiday Aphasia Inclusion Series)
Summary
This episode is about Bruce, an inspirational story about overcoming obstacles and challenges despite having aphasia or dysarthria. Communication is a two-way street for those with speech impairments and should include visual aids or other simple forms.
The holiday masterclass provides helpful tips on preparing for the holidays, and the Listen For Life Aphasia Podcast offers episodes dedicated to making this holiday season special.
Finally, it is important to reduce the negative stigma associated with aphasia by educating yourself and others.
Key Takeaways
Communication is a two way street
Show up
Learn how you communicate
Do not define someone because of their aphasia
Every Thursday in October and November 2nd, 2023
Join us at 11:00 a.m. central time for our video series on
Instagram @LIFE Speech Pathology
Facebook DoLIFESpeechPathology
YouTube @ListenforLIFEPodcast2023
Each week, we'll share more tips, strategies, and considerations to help you navigate holiday gatherings to make memories you treasure by including your loved one with aphasia.
Visit our website for video replays of the holiday shows. DoLIFESpeechPathology.com/Holidays.
______________________
📆 MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Thursday, November 2nd, 2023, at 5:30 pm Central and
Saturday, November 4th, 2023, at 10:00 am Central
LIFE Speech Pathology will offer a LIVE training class to walk you through the steps for making your holidays aphasia-inclusive. More information to come!
This episode discusses the why of holiday inclusion, outlining the common pain points associated with the holidays for persons with aphasia. The next three episodes will break down insights from three people with differing levels of aphasia and one with a speech impairment that impacts the quality of their speech.
Learning about the perspective of a person with aphasia will motivate you to consider how you approach and plan the holidays. Each episode will provide information with action strategies and steps you can take to make your holidays aphasia-inclusive.
Please help spread the word about these important episodes with family, friends, neighbors, and acquaintances by sharing your profile, following, liking, and subscribing. You can specifically help by sharing the episode with two friends, asking them to tell two friends, and let's build this aphasia community together!
Let's make communication accessible to everyone, plan ahead, and adapt activities to ensure everyone is included.
____________
Are you curious how LIFE Speech Pathology + LIFE Aphasia Academy can support you or your loved one with aphasia? Many options are available to support you on your journey. Book a FREE Discovery call to find out more!
Learn more about what we do at DoLIFESpeechPathology.com.
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By LIFE Aphasia Academy® Genevieve Richardson
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🦃 🎄 Welcoming the Unwelcome Guest Called Aphasia During the Holidays Series 🦃 🎄
#65 Bruce's Holiday Communication Wish (Part 4 of 5 of Holiday Aphasia Inclusion Series)
Summary
This episode is about Bruce, an inspirational story about overcoming obstacles and challenges despite having aphasia or dysarthria. Communication is a two-way street for those with speech impairments and should include visual aids or other simple forms.
The holiday masterclass provides helpful tips on preparing for the holidays, and the Listen For Life Aphasia Podcast offers episodes dedicated to making this holiday season special.
Finally, it is important to reduce the negative stigma associated with aphasia by educating yourself and others.
Key Takeaways
Communication is a two way street
Show up
Learn how you communicate
Do not define someone because of their aphasia
Every Thursday in October and November 2nd, 2023
Join us at 11:00 a.m. central time for our video series on
Instagram @LIFE Speech Pathology
Facebook DoLIFESpeechPathology
YouTube @ListenforLIFEPodcast2023
Each week, we'll share more tips, strategies, and considerations to help you navigate holiday gatherings to make memories you treasure by including your loved one with aphasia.
Visit our website for video replays of the holiday shows. DoLIFESpeechPathology.com/Holidays.
______________________
📆 MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Thursday, November 2nd, 2023, at 5:30 pm Central and
Saturday, November 4th, 2023, at 10:00 am Central
LIFE Speech Pathology will offer a LIVE training class to walk you through the steps for making your holidays aphasia-inclusive. More information to come!
This episode discusses the why of holiday inclusion, outlining the common pain points associated with the holidays for persons with aphasia. The next three episodes will break down insights from three people with differing levels of aphasia and one with a speech impairment that impacts the quality of their speech.
Learning about the perspective of a person with aphasia will motivate you to consider how you approach and plan the holidays. Each episode will provide information with action strategies and steps you can take to make your holidays aphasia-inclusive.
Please help spread the word about these important episodes with family, friends, neighbors, and acquaintances by sharing your profile, following, liking, and subscribing. You can specifically help by sharing the episode with two friends, asking them to tell two friends, and let's build this aphasia community together!
Let's make communication accessible to everyone, plan ahead, and adapt activities to ensure everyone is included.
____________
Are you curious how LIFE Speech Pathology + LIFE Aphasia Academy can support you or your loved one with aphasia? Many options are available to support you on your journey. Book a FREE Discovery call to find out more!
Learn more about what we do at DoLIFESpeechPathology.com.
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