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

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

Wheelchair Accessible

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.