LIFE Beyond Aphasia

#80 Finding Your Love Language with Aphasia In this episode of the Listen for Life Aphasia Podcast, host Genevieve Richardson delves into the concept of love languages and how they can be adapted for individuals with communication disorders. Joined by guests Dee and Terry, who share their personal experiences as spouses of individuals with communication challenges, we gain valuable insights into t...

#79 Reconnecting, Resilience, and Recovery with Aphasia   This Listen for LIFE Aphasia Podcast episode discusses the importance of connection and support for individuals with communication challenges after a stroke or neurological impairment. We revisit popular episodes from the series "Life After Stroke," covering topics such as resilience, building a fulfilling life, asking better questions, emb...

#78 Bring Back That Lovin Feeling   Listen for Life podcast is a valuable resource for understanding aphasia and the significance of intimacy in relationships. Through expert knowledge and personal stories, it introduces the Connect Model, which emphasizes empathy, nonverbal cues, meaningful gestures, eye contact, nonverbal language, and touch. The podcast shares a heartwarming story of a couple u...

#77 You Are Worthy!   Join me on the Listen for Life podcast, where we explore the power of affirmations and worthiness. Discover how affirmations can boost self-esteem and emotional resilience, and how they can help with aphasia challenges. Caregivers can also benefit from affirmations, finding support for burnout, inadequacy, isolation, financial strain, and balance. Learn the Speak formula to c...

#76 Affirmations for Aphasia Communication   This podcast episode explores the power of affirmations for healing and personal growth. Affirmations are positive statements that reshape thoughts and uplift spirits. They improve problem-solving abilities, encourage adaptation to health changes, and boost confidence. Neurological evidence supports their use in changing brain connections and increasing...

#75 Making JUNK Therapeutic in Aphasia Treatment   In this episode, Genevieve Richardson, a speech-language pathologist, talks about neuroplasticity and its application in functional therapy at home. 🧠 She suggests using a junk drawer as a therapeutic tool by sorting its contents and engaging in activities such as counting, naming objects, and writing single words or sentences about them. ♻️ She...

#74 A Goal Without a Plan is Just a Wish   Join me, Genevieve Richardson, a speech-language pathologist, on the Listen for Life podcast as we support those with aphasia. This New Year's episode will focus on reflection and goal setting. Together, we'll create a framework that includes finding a quiet space, reviewing the year month by month, evaluating experiences, assessing goals, and acknowledgi...

#73 Understand Backward to Live Forward   In this episode, Genevieve invites Gina Baxter, who recently completed an internship with LIFE Speech Pathology, to discuss the importance of reflection and understanding the past. They explore the concept of effective reflection, share experiences and breakthroughs during the internship, and highlight the significance of tailoring treatment to individual...

#72 ’Twas Mere Days Before Christmas In this episode, explore the power of reflection with guest Gina Baxter, a recent intern at LIFE Speech Pathology. We discuss the importance of reflection for learning and setting goals and Gina's background and interest in speech and language pathology. We also delve into the individualized treatment for aphasia and the life participation therapy approach. Add...

#71 Celebrating Communication Victories + Progress   In this episode, Mary Beth Hines joins LIFE Speech Pathology, expanding the focus to include Parkinson's and primary progressive aphasia. The episode highlights telepractice as a valuable tool for therapy and discusses strategies for celebrating communication victories during the holiday season. The CLEAR strategy is introduced as a communicatio...

#70 Navigating New Year’s Resolutions with Aphasia In the current episode, we delve into the history of New Year's resolutions and strategies for success. We emphasize the importance of setting specific and achievable goals, breaking them down into manageable steps, and finding support. Genevieve shares her personal goals and encourages listeners to reflect and set their goals. Join us as we explo...

#69 Gratitude and Triumph Aphasia Inclusion Wins at Thanksgiving In this episode, we dive into the experiences of individuals with aphasia during Thanksgiving. Shirley's family used communication cards, Len's family practiced patience, Alvin added gestures, and Bruce's family slowed down activities. We learn valuable lessons about understanding aphasia, practicing patience, and adapting traditions...

#68 Thanksgiving Aphasia SFA & C.L.E.A.R. Communication Strategies In this episode of the Listen for LIFE Aphasia podcast, we explore semantic feature analysis, using Thanksgiving as an example and communication strategies for individuals with aphasia. Introducing the acronym CLEAR for key communication strategies for the holidays. Join us as we encourage inclusivity and caring during the holi...

#67 Bridging Aphasia: A Holiday Host's Guide   Summary This episode of the Aphasia Learning Model provides tips and strategies on celebrating holidays with aphasia. It emphasizes the importance of informing the host and hostess beforehand of any special needs or accommodations one with aphasia might have. A letter or conversation piece can help people understand aphasia and make the holiday gather...

🦃  🎄  Welcoming the Unwelcome Guest Called Aphasia During the Holidays Series  🦃  🎄    #66 Self-Care for Aphasia (Part 5 of 5 of Holiday Aphasia Inclusion Series)   Summary This content discusses the importance of self-care, especially during the holidays, for those living with aphasia and their caregivers. It provides four key takeaways to stay balanced, organized and stress-free. Ideas for s...

🦃  🎄  Welcoming the Unwelcome Guest Called Aphasia During the Holidays Series  🦃  🎄  #65 Bruce's Holiday Communication Wish (Part 4 of 5 of Holiday Aphasia Inclusion Series)   Summary This episode is about Bruce, an inspirational story about overcoming obstacles and challenges despite having aphasia or dysarthria. Communication is a two-way street for those with speech impairments and should i...

🦃  🎄  Welcoming the Unwelcome Guest Called Aphasia During the Holidays Series  🦃  🎄    #64 Len & Alvin’s Aphasia Holiday Wishes, Part 3 of 5 of our Holiday Aphasia Series   Summary Part 3 of 5 provides useful tips and strategies for understanding and communicating effectively with individuals with aphasia during the holiday season. Giving them the gift of patience and time, creating a safe...

🦃  🎄  Welcoming the Unwelcome Guest Called Aphasia During the Holidays Series  🦃  🎄  Part 2: Shirley's Silent Wish for the Holidays: Aphasia Inclusion   Episode Summary Understand Shirley's Silent Wish for the Holidays in this episode. You'll hear what she wants you to know about aphasia and provide tips and advice for creating a holiday celebration that includes individuals living with aphasi...

#62 Celebration for All, Aphasia Inclusion During the Holidays, Holiday Episode One of Five Summary Listen or watch the first of five Holiday Aphasia Inclusion episodes that explore how to create an inclusive holiday experience for those with Aphasia. Episodes two, three, four, and five will be broadcast LIVE on Instagram and Facebook (@LIFE Speech Pathology) and YouTube (@ListenforLIFEPodcast2023...

#61 Navigating the Medicare Maze and Open Enrollment with Medicare Expert with Dana Lasman   Episode Summary Medicare is an important and complex healthcare program for over 60 million Americans aged 65 and over. This program offers important coverage options such as Medicare Part A, Medicare Part B, Medicare Part C, Medicare Part D, and Supplement plans. During the annual enrollment period from O...

Episode #60 Set Aphasia Goals, Not Limits with Brandon Macon This content addresses the journey required for stroke recovery, which includes coming to terms with the long-term effects of the stroke, utilizing important communication tools, building a supportive network of family and friends, believing in oneself, and working hard to meet goals. It also provides an example of successful communicati...

#59 Neuroplasticity and Aphasia Treatment and Clean Out Your Junk Drawer for Therapy   This episode discusses key principles when applying neuroplastic brain rehab therapy to people with aphasia. Neuroplastic principles can help improve cognitive skills, such as naming objects and verbs in home-based programs. Techniques like calm repair are also discussed to reduce stress and create a better unde...

#58 What Do You Believe Aphasia Community?   This episode discusses stroke and neurological impairments and how they can affect people's lives. Do you believe you are worthy of recovery? Do you struggle with grief after developing aphasia? This episode introduces four inspiring stroke survivors, Avi Golden, Matt Thomas, Aaron Avila, and Angie Cawthrone, who provide additional support to those copi...

#57 Beth Bonness, Aphasia Survivor, Poet, Author, and Writing Instructor for Aphasia This episode explores the creative journey of a stroke survivor, Beth Bonness, and provides takeaways to help others gain closure. Beth shares with us her insights when she was experiencing her strokes and how she found writing and journaling to help her cope and process her change in identity as she dealt with ap...

#56 Making New Pathways, an Aphasia Survivor Story with David Holmes   David is an inspiring example of perseverance and determination. After suffering a stroke seven years ago, which caused aphasia, he has found ways to adapt and thrive. David has maintained an active life through communication strategies and advocating for himself. He also has hobbies such as cars, trains, and Frenchie bulldogs...