LIFE Beyond Aphasia

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We will talk about how mindset, support, and advocacy help a person with aphasia move forward in their treatment.

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MINDSET MATTERS

STRATEGIES FOR MINDSET BACKSLIDING

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An aphasia caregiver wears many hats that reflect responsibilities, scheduling, managing people, advocating, and circumstance planning. 

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Shout-out to Brandon Macon, #MaconaDifference

Aaron Avila, Stroke Survivor and Owner of Stroke TV Media

Gratitude for my Parents, Ken & Judy

My First Mentor, Clark Gilmore, Speech Pathologist, Voice Specialist after Laryngectomy

Gratitude for my Husband, Darwin, 31 Years Together

Two Strong, Independent, Successful Daughters -- My Cheerleaders

Star of Texas Exchange Partners Members, BNI

Kayla Chalmers & Chelsea Sump of Jungo Solutions, Austin

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"Life is good. If it ain't, make it good." - Unknown

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I'm here for the long haul to support the stroke community and to bridge the gap between discharge from rehabilitation and making a life you love.

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SPEECH PATHOLOGISTS ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT WHAT THEY DO

HIGHER USES OF PATIENT-REPORTED OUTCOME MEASURES

EVALUATION OF MOTOR SPEECH DISORDERS

LIFE PARTICIPATION APPROACH TO APHASIA

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Telepractice is the new rehabilitation for those seeking specialized treatment to reach their goals.  There is no such thing as a plateau.

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HOW GENEVIEVE STARTED IN TELEPRACTICE

THE WITEBOARD AND TELEPRACTICE TREATMENT

APHASIA AND LANGUAGE EXPRESSION

EXAMPLES OF LANGUAGE IMPAIRMENTS

WHAT IS TELEPRACTICE?

WHO IS A CANDIDATE FOR TELEPRACTICE?

SCREENING FOR TELEPRACTICE CANDIDATES

WHAT HAPPENS IF TELEPRACTICE DOESN'T WORK?

ADVANTAGES OF TELEPRACTICE

DISADVANTAGES OF TELEPRACTICE

INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR TELEPRACTICE

HOW TO FINE THE TELEPRACTICE SPEECH PATHOLOGIST THAT IS RIGHT FOR YOU

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"We need to let families know that they are not alone. They need to know that speech pathologists are there, as well as physical and occupational therapists, physicians, nurses, and case managers." - Genevieve Richardson

“There is no such thing as a plateau. There is a limitation of insurance. There can be a limitation in the clinician's skills. But their patient does not reach a plateau. I firmly believe there is always another way. Another angle, another method, another opportunity.” - Genevieve Richardson

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A speech pathologist's job is to give hope. We need to give them choices. Even the smallest choices make a difference.

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DEFINING SOME TERMS

SPEECH PATHOLOGIST IN ACUTE MEDICAL CARE

SPEECH PATHOLOGIST IN INPATIENT, ACUTE REHABILITATION

SPEECH PATHOLOGISTS IN HOME HEALTH CARE

SPEECH PATHOLOGISTS IN OUTPATIENT THERAPY

GIVE THE PATIENT CONTROL OF THEIR LIFE

REHABILITATION DOES NOT HAVE TO STOP AT DISCHARGE

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"Your loved one may not have the ability to voice their emotions due to their aphasia. They may not recognize that their actions can be speaking louder than their words. Don't take their reactions personally. If they're having a bad day, it may have nothing to do with you. " - Genevieve Richardson

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Focus on any small changes that can be made to improve the situation. Acknowledge how you might perceive what your spouse is feeling at the time. Maybe you're onto something, and you can help them explore their feelings about the situation using your words.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS EPISODE

REASONS A SURVIVOR MAY FEEL GUILT

RECOGNIZE THE SYMPTOMS

HOW TO HELP THE SURVIVOR RECOGNIZE THEIR GRIEF

BE MINDFUL

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Grief is a normal part of the process. When you lose something, you eventually need to grieve it." - Genevieve Richardson.

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Grief and guilt are common feelings that someone might experience. When you are a caregiver of a stroke survivor, you have a new set of responsibilities. What are some of the stages of grief as a caregiver of a stroke survivor?

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GRIEF AND GUILT ARE COMMON

EMOTIONS ARE NORMAL

STAGES OF RECOVERY

SYMPTOMS OF GRIEF

GRIEVING AS THE ADULT CHILD OF A SURVIVOR

HOW TO PROCESS GRIEF

YOU ARE NOT ALONE

ACKNOWLEDGE THE WAVE

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"I focus on what I can do. And I have this 80/20 rule. What I mean is 20% of my work gets 80% of what I need. So with the 20% that I've learned how to do, I can do 80% of what I need to." - Brandon Macon, 2023

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Today, we're talking to Brandon Macon. He is a stroke survivor with aphasia and tells us how he lives and thrives despite his aphasia. Communication is not the words you speak but the tone, body language, and other things that communicate with you and others.

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BRANDON MACON

LEARN TO ACCEPT WHAT HAPPENED

IT IS NOT ALL VERBAL

FOCUS ON WHAT YOU CAN DO, NOT WHAT YOU CAN'T DO

RECOVERY

FIND THE RIGHT TEAM

MINDSET IS POWER

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"If someone shows you their true colors, don't try to paint them." -Unknown

"When people show you their true colors, don't get mad. Paint a beautiful mural of life's lessons and keep marching forward." - Alex Ellie

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There are many reasons why a stroke survivor may be resistant to therapy. It's important to understand the underlying concerns to address them.

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THERAPY RESISTANCE POTENTIAL REASONS

PRIDE CAN IMPAIR PARTICIPATION IN REHABILITATION

REASONS PEOPLE CAN'T DO THERAPY

OVERCOMING RESISTANCE TO THERAPY

ROLES OF CAREGIVERS IN SUPPORTING THERAPY

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"If you're not happy with where you are and what you've got, you won't be happy with where you go or what you get. Happiness is a choice for today."  - Fawn Weaver

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Suffering from a stroke can completely change your life, which will consequently affect your marriage. Work together to rebuild a healthy relationship

HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS EPISODE

COMMUNICATE OPENLY AND HONESTLY

LEAN ON EACH OTHER FOR SUPPORT

A STORY ABOUT ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

MAKE TIME FOR EACH OTHER

A STORY ABOUT CONNECTION

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