Today we meet Trish Hambridge, who discovered that recovery isn't just about rebuilding what was lost—it's about creating something entirely new. Through her journey with aphasia, Trish has become a powerful advocate, founding National Aphasia Synergy, a peer-led organization that proves together, we are greater than the sum of our parts.

Community Conversation Prompt:

Trish shares that meaningful contributions help her stay healthy and happy. How do you support others in big or small ways? 

Trish's Suggested Resources:

• National Aphasia Synergy (NAS)
• NAS Aphasia and Mental Health Video
• NAS Peer Befriending Program
• NAS - The Synergy Turf: Anxiety vs. Excitement 
• NAS Facebook Page
• Aphasia Games for Health
• Effects of tDCS Video
• How Positive and Negative Emotions Affect People with Aphasia Naming Pictures
• Journey Back to "Life is Good" Video
• P2Go App
• Project Designing Game-Based Rehabilitation Experiences for People with Aphasia
• Project Exploring Post Traumatic Growth in Aphasia
• Stroke Survivor Tips and Tricks
• Yike! I Had The Yips for Aphasia Video

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