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March of Dimes Canada - Peterborough - Aphasia and Communication Disabilities Program

March of Dimes Canada - Peterborough - Aphasia and Communication Disabilities Program

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Northminster United Church
300 Sunset Blvd
Peterborough, ON
K9H 5L3
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905-242-1207
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Last updated: Apr 4, 2025: Suggest an edit

Application

Self referral-website or telephone, www.marchofdimes.ca/acdp

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Assessment required by SLP * Adults 18 years of age or older living with aphasia or other acquired communication disabilities due to stroke, brain injury, or brain illness.

Contacts

Aphasia and Communication Disabilities Program Assistant

Languages

English

Area(s) Served

Peterborough

Accessibility

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Description of Services:

Aphasia is one of the communication disabilities that can occur after stroke, brain injury or brain illness. It may be hard to talk, to understand spoken words, to read and write.

Adult conversation groups:
  • Provide mutual aid and peer support
  • Encourage the use of supportive communication strategies
  • Incorporate Life History Communication Books and communication aids.
  • Volunteer and staff work together to design and develop “aphasia-friendly” and communicatively accessible programs.

Other Services:
  •  Information and Referral
  • Advocacy, Education, and Awareness Raising
  • Workshops for clients, families, and volunteers
  • Training for staff of other facilities and community agencies
  • Speech-Language Pathology and Communication Disorder Assistant student mentorship opportunities.

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