Aphasia is a communication disorder caused from damage to the language center and pathways of the brain, often due to stroke. Almost one-third of stroke patients have aphasia.
The Community Aphasia Club at Village North offers patients the opportunity to meet. Trained facilitators help those with aphasia connect with others facing the same challenges. The needs and interests of the participants guide conversation and activities.
Call 314.653.4847 for more information about dates, times and initial assessment.
Community Aphasia Club at Village North details:
- Group meets weekly; each session is 90 minutes
- Group meets at Village North Retirement Community
- To be eligible, aphasia must be the primary communication disorder
Many people with communication disorders have difficulty giving and receiving information, which affects their ability to connect to others socially.
Aphasia results in difficulty:
- Understanding speech
- Producing words and sentences
- Reading and writing
- Participating in social activities
In the Community Aphasia Club at Village North, small groups help individuals (usually stroke survivors) to:
- Converse with others who are dealing with aphasia
- Increase participation in social communication
- Enhance social interaction skills
- Gain confidence
- Improve their quality of life
Aphasia often persists, even after rehabilitation for the stroke. This can lead to those with aphasia feeling isolated. They miss social times with friends. Many have never met another person with aphasia. The Community Aphasia Club at Village North helps these individuals feel connected and confident.
What are participants saying?
- "I meet other people with aphasia; we have a lot in common"
- "It's a safe place to try out my talking"
- "I have more confidence"
- "I like the socialization"
The Community Aphasia Club at Village North is supported by the Barnes-Jewish Hospital Foundation.