Kayleigh Hancock

choose j o y & be k i n d 🦋✨💗

[Em @emilly_landrry]

When I think of aphasia friendly environments, I always think of written words. But, background noise can be a key player in how effectively a PWA is able to communicate. #EauCLamarAphasia

[Gillian Carona @gillian_carona]

Some helpful tips to help communication partners make conversational interactions more aphasia friendly for people with aphasia. #EauCLamarAphasia

[Kayleigh Hancock @khancock_]

Making things accessible for PWA is just as important for digital platforms as it is for physical documents. Here’s are some great do’s and don’t’s when creating digital spaces for PWA. #EauCLamarAphasia

[INCA project @IncaProject]

We've created a poster with tips about supporting an accessible digital experience for people with #aphasia.

The format for this poster is based on the fantastic @HODigital ‘dos and don'ts on designing for accessibility’ posters.

https://t.co/x3ntllNHTX

#GAAD #GAAD2021

[Kayleigh Hancock @khancock_]

What a great resource discussing what we can do to make things more #aphasiafriendly!! Simple sentences, larger font, and white space are just a few of the many. @vanessaziehme #EauCLamarAphasia

[VOHAphasia @VOHAphasia]

Make your written materials #aphasia friendly #talkaboutaphasia #shareyourvoice #aphasiaawarenessmonth https://t.co/TDV0zacVqb

[Kayleigh Hancock @khancock_]

I love that the activities provided by aphasia community groups are limitless!! So many options to keep PWA engaged and immersed in language. Whether it be art, book reading, or simple conversation — they are learning, growing, and connecting. #EauCLamarAphasia

[AphasiaSG @AphasiaSG]

✨💖CRAFT NITE WEDS💖✨ our #aphasia community and volunteers celebrated #Deepavali by drawing up gorgeous #Rangoli designs. Looks intricate but turned out so easy! Some used paper, some did on tablet - but results are tots incredible 🥰🥰🎉 thank you for showing up!

[Kayleigh Hancock @khancock_]

Aphasia support groups are SO important during ALL stages of recovery. They allow for connection and communication, and can prevent isolation and depression. @vanessaziehme #EauCLamarAphasia

[Aphasia Home Café @AphasiaHomeCafe]

Here is a screenshot of today’s Aphasia Café! It was great to see everyone again! Today’s topic was our favourite tv shows but we also talked about lots more-Movies, Netflix, Travelling and a bit of Global Warming at the end! Hope to see you all again in two weeks time 💙

[Kayleigh Hancock @khancock_]

What a fun way to connect PWA!! 🛳 Who doesn’t love travel, fun, and good conversations with people just like you?!?! An #aphasiacruise allows for support, inclusion, & life participation 🙌🏼 #EauCLamarAphasia

[ARC AphasiaRecovery @ARCaphasia]

Join us for an #aphasia cruise! NEW 2022 and 2023 sailings just added. Book early - as we often sell out!
https://t.co/Xsnu1CJmPm

[Vanessa Ziehme @vanessaziehme]

Due to neuroplasticity of the brain, progress can continue to be made many years into recovery for someone with aphasia. #EauCLamarAphasia

[Kayleigh Hancock @khancock_]

@jdreher370 This is the best!!

[Kayleigh Hancock @khancock_]

#aphasiarecovery is LIFELONG & just because services stop it doesn’t mean improvement stops too!! It takes time for the brain to settle down, but stay MOTIVATED!! #EauCLamarAphasia

[AphasiaSG @AphasiaSG]

Managing expectations and being self-motivated are important tips for #aphasia recovery. Your body needs time to heal. Keep going, keep practising, and keep improving! #health

[Kayleigh Hancock @khancock_]

Speech & language is housed in the left hemisphere, but this study suggests that the right hemisphere may aid in #aphasiarecovery #EauCLamarAphasia

[Natl Aphasia Assoc @NatAphasiaAssoc]

Well-wired right brain actively supports recovery from aphasia https://t.co/Mvc4tiDot0, via American Academy of Neurology.

[Kylie Dodson @kylieedodson]

#aphasiarecovery is lifelong and looks different for everyone. “Aphasia is not a dead end. It’s just a road block. Keep going. Work hard. And never give up!”

Thank you Bob for sharing your incredibly inspiring recovery journey! #EauCLamarAphasia @sutton23231

[Kayleigh Hancock @khancock_]

From an “absolutely silent mind” to writing a book — Dr. Jill Bolt Taylor’s recovery has taken place over the course of many years. Tap the link below to learn more about her story, how life changed, & how her pre-stroke mindset had an impact on it all. #EauCLamarAphasia

[Aphasia Center @aphasia_acc]

Jill Bolte Taylor experienced a massive stroke at age 37 that left her unable to walk, talk, read, or recall any of her life. She speaks about her experience during her recovery process, including how she had to relearn language: https://t.co/Rq7MjJZd0A #aphasia #aphasiastrong

[Vanessa Ziehme @vanessaziehme]

No matter what service-delivery model and dosage is used in aphasia therapy, we need to make sure intervention is designed to fit each client's individualistic needs #EauCLamarAphasia

[Kayleigh Hancock @khancock_]

#EauCLamarAphasia

[Aphasia Hope @AphasiaAnswers]

#Aphasia patients can always improve with therapy, regardless of how long ago the patient suffered their brain injury.

[Kayleigh Hancock @khancock_]

We often assume treatment must be direct and drill based, but #aphasiatherapy can be anything functional and meaningful to the client. Such sweet idea to include #art during therapy. #EauCLamarAphasia

[Anna Caute @annacaute]

Benefits of including art in #aphasia therapy- inspiring stuff! I loved Fien Barnett-Neef’s artistic presentation of themes from interviews. ⁦@ACAphasia⁩ ⁦@BCAphasia⁩ #BASRUM2021 ⁦@BasAphasia⁩

[Hannah Hinch @hghinch]

#aphasiatherapy looks like functional activities! #EauCLamarAphasia @JenMahama

[Kayleigh Hancock @khancock_]

#aphasiatherapy isn’t just for the person with aphasia (PWA). It involves family members & friends as well, as they are essential in the rehabilitation process. #EauCLamarAphasia

[Aphasia Institute @Aphasia_Inst]

Today we concluded our SECOND EVER family education workshop for families of people with #aphasia in #Ontario. The "Path to Resilience" sessions are meant to help families explore their needs, receive support, & develop coping strategies for their "care partner" journey.
#support

[Kayleigh Hancock @khancock_]

Pretty cool take on #aphasiatherapy #EauCLamarAphasia

[Constant Therapy @ConstantTherapy]

This @NPR segment on #aphasia choirs does a wonderful job explaining why singing is one effective way for those experiencing aphasia to improve language skills & create community.
https://t.co/YMH2J7USF3

[Kayleigh Hancock @khancock_]

I would have never thought of the benefits of incorporating LEGO’s into #aphasiatherapy. It’s cognitively stimulating + natural + FUN. There are so many ways to incorporate language, communication, and memory into something as simple as this. #EauCLamarAphasia

[LivingWithAphasia @LivingAphasia]

Looking for a fun activity that provides #cognitive stimulation and #laughter?

Try ‘Lego therapy’, Using #Lego can teach an individual important cognitive skills, as well as providing a #fun and #memorable experience!

Look at the #smile on both their faces! ❤��� What #aphasia?