Edmonton, Alberta Resources For Adults with Aphasia

At Chatty Therapy, we are passionate about empowering caregivers and communities to support adults with communication difficulties. There are many reasons an adult may develop communication difficulties. Adults may lose their ability to use and understand language after strokes, brain injuries, surgery, and progressive diagnoses such as Parkinson's Disease, multiple sclerosis or brain tumours.

Strokes and brain injuries are common causes for adults to acquire communication challenges. The loss of language experienced by these individuals is called aphasia. By using simple strategies for communicating with people with aphasia, you can help your loved one's voice be heard. Communication is a two way street. When we talk to someone with aphasia we can use strategies to can help get our message in and get their message out. 

Check out our resource directory for local Edmonton, Alberta resources and services for adults with aphasia or other communication difficulties.

Resources in Edmonton, Alberta for Adults with Aphasia

Alberta Aphasia Camp - Attend a camp with other people with aphasia. Families and caregivers can attend together! Enjoy activities that are designed by speech-language pathologists and students for people with communication and/or mobility difficulties.

https://www.ualberta.ca/communications-sciences-and-disorders/our-community/alberta-aphasia-camp/index.html

University of Alberta Student Clinic - Receive therapy services from speech-language pathology students at a reduced rate.

https://www.ualberta.ca/rehabilitation/student-services/clinical-education/student-clinics-and-programs/corbett-clinic.html

Glenrose I CAN Centre - Receive services to access assistive technology to help communication skills through Alberta Health Services

https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/grh/page14504.aspx

CRIS Clinic - Rehabilitation services for adults through Alberta Health Services.

https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/findhealth/service.aspx?Id=1009703

Chatty Therapy - Private speech-language pathology services for adults with communication difficulties. Speech therapists provide therapy at your home or virtually online. Click here to learn more about our services or book a free 15-minute consultation.

General Resources to Help Adults with Aphasia

• https://www.everydayhealth.com/stroke/aphasia/

• https://www.uth.edu/stroke-institute/assets/img/resources/aphasia-effects.pdf?language_id=1

• https://theaphasiacenter.com/2012/01/communication-tips-for-aphasia/

• https://www.allied-services.org/news/2020/may/top-tips-for-supporting-someone-with-aphasia/

• https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/understanding-aphasia-10-tips-for-improving-communication

• https://tactustherapy.com/5-ways-to-help-someone-with-aphasia/

• https://www.aphasia.com/aphasia/communication-tips/12-tips-for-successful-communication

• https://www.aphasia.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Tips-for-Communicating-with-a-Person-with-Aphasia.pdf

• ​https://www.aphasia.org/aphasia-resources/communication-tips/

If you would like additional guidance in helping an adult with aphasia, Chatty Therapy has speech-language pathologists who can provide tailored suggestions. We can help decrease the frustration around communication, and show you how to help your loved one's understanding and ability to express their ideas. Our speech-language pathologists in Edmonton, Alberta work with adults who have challenges with communication and their families. We can come into your home and work with you and your loved one, or we can provide virtual services.

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Chatty Therapy is based in Edmonton, AB. We have wonderful speech-language pathologists who can help you support your loved-one with communication difficulties. Speech-language pathologists specialize in helping adults understand others and express themselves better. Click here to learn more about our services or book a free 15-minute consultation.