Aphasia Access Conversations

Episode 128: From Participant to Leader: Community Building in Aphasia Recovery – A Conversation with Sherry Lovellette


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Dr. Katie Strong of Central Michigan University has a vibrant conversation with Sherry Lovellette about how transitioning from participant to facilitator can accelerate personal recovery while creating meaningful support for others living with aphasia. They explore practical strategies for building and sustaining aphasia support communities both online and in-person, including how to adapt materials for different communication abilities and grow through authentic word-of-mouth connections. Sherry also shares how creative activities like quilting and sewing have served as powerful therapy tools for her cognitive rehabilitation and fine motor skills, while providing opportunities to teach others and build additional community connections. This inspiring conversation demonstrates that helping others is often one of the most powerful ways to continue your own recovery journey, embodying the Life Participation Approach to Aphasia by showing how meaningful roles as a leader, teacher, and community builder can flourish alongside ongoing recovery.

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