This week's programming...

Black American Aphasia Conversation Group is on Monday.

PPA Care Partner Support Group is on Monday.

Technology and Supports for Aphasia is on Tuesday.

After the Expert Group is on Wednesday.

Parenting with Aphasia Group is on Wednesday.

Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation for Persons with Aphasia - Guided Meditation & Discussion is on Friday.

Game Show Group is on Friday.

More info on our website under: Find Support--> Online Programs

You are not alone!

New Care Partner Group

The Care Partner Group for families impacted by PPA has been going so well that we are adding a Care Partner Group for those impacted by aphasia as a result of stroke or brain injury. Stay tuned - 5/21 kick off!

The NAA was thrilled to host Dr. John Pierce (SLP from Australia) and Bryn Bowles (Nurse & Aphasia Advocate Extraordinaire!)

Ask the Expert: AI & Aphasia Webinar

The panel discussed what AI tools have been developed, what are some positives and risks and what we can expect in the future. Practical suggestions were shared and questions answered! Join us on Wednesday at After the Expert where we continue the conversation about Aphasia and AI!

Ask the Expert REPLAY

Speaking of AI... you only have a few days to get your survey in! We want to hear from you!

The National Aphasia Association's AI Task Force is interested in finding out how persons with aphasia utilize AI. And why or why not.

Click HERE to take the survey!

Save the Date...

Speaking Out Conference October 3-4th 2025

Fondly recalling meeting Dr. Oliver Sacks!

Thrilled to share Emeritus Board Chair Darlene Williamson's nostalgic look at the Speaking Out Conference series.

More Speaking Out Memories

"I have attended 9 of the 14 Speaking Out conferences sponsored by the NAA. My favorite was in Boston in 2006. Boston is a haven for Aphasia. Students from local universities had educated all the businesses in the vicinity of the conference and those stores and restaurants that had received training had signs in their window saying, “We are Aphasia Friendly.” And they were. A well-organized, well-attended, community-based meeting for people with Aphasia with excellent speakers. To be immersed in this supportive environment was very rewarding and inspiring. Looking forward to the NAA re-instituting this important event."

Do you have a "Speaking Out" memory? email maura@aphasia.org with your story & photos of a NAA Speaking Out conference that YOU attended!

Are you ready for JUNE?

We are!!

The NAA's Piece by Piece project is getting great traction already! We have received pictures, statements and logos that demonstrate the commitment to aphasia awareness... keep them coming...it will make a beautiful mosaic!

We are encouraging everyone participate in the Library Showcase project! The materials will be posted on our website for you to take to your neighborhood library, create a display or share information with a group!

Be sure to send us pics, so we can highlight your display!

Speaking of advocating... don't miss the NAA's June Ask the Expert Webinar which will take place on Thursday June 12th at 7pm EDT.

This special June edition will feature a panel of NAA Ambassadors who will share how they are creating change one conversation at a time!

Want to become an Ambassador? Click HERE!

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