Aphasia Support

Aphasia Support Our mission is to improve the wellbeing of people with Aphasia and their carers by providing tailored speech and language therapy and long-term support.

Registered Charity No. 1143106 We are a non profit making charitable organisation currently operating in the North of England alongside organisations and individuals who deal with communication problems caused by Aphasia. We were formed to raise awareness of a devastating condition called Aphasia which often occurs when people have had a stroke or brain injury, damaging the communications centre o

f the brain and affecting speech and the ability to communicate with others. We aim to supplement the work of speech and language therapists and other stroke charities. We work with patients and support them after speech therapy has come to an end, helping them to regain or improve their speech and confidence.

Here’s your sign to get moving and make it count 💙We're looking for extraordinary people to take on extraordinary challe...
27/05/2026

Here’s your sign to get moving and make it count 💙

We're looking for extraordinary people to take on extraordinary challenges for Aphasia Support this summer. Whether you're chasing your personal best, or taking on your first ever challenge, there's a place for you on our team.

🏃‍♀️ Ramathon Half Marathon - 28 June
🏃 Ram 5 Mile - 28 June
🏃‍♂️ York 10K - 2 August
🏃‍♀️ Bury 10K - 20 September
🏃 Sheffield 10K - 27 September

Help us provide life-changing speech and language therapy and long-term support 🗣️

Check out our events calendar 👇️
https://www.aphasiasupport.org/pages/events-challenges

When Bob was diagnosed with aphasia, life as he knew it changed. As a former helicopter pilot in the Navy, Bob enjoyed a...
25/05/2026

When Bob was diagnosed with aphasia, life as he knew it changed. As a former helicopter pilot in the Navy, Bob enjoyed a lifetime of travel. He loved nothing more than to make new friends and share stories of his adventures along the way.

After Bob's stoke, his ability to communicate was suddenly taken away. In the early days,
Bob and his wife Edie were faced with a confusing and overwhelming reality - trying to make sense of a condition they had never heard of, while adjusting to a new way of living day to day.

“We got in touch with Aphasia Support, and everything changed from there.”

By attending their local support group, Bob and Edie began to rebuild confidence and connection, rediscovering ways to share everyday moments together.

“We feel like we’ve hit the jackpot with Aphasia Support. It’s the equivalent of winning a million pounds because it’s given us the opportunity to learn. It’s connection. It’s understanding. It’s life again.”

📖 Read Bob & Edie's story: https://www.aphasiasupport.org/blogs/case-studies/bob

Aphasia affects over 350,000 people in the UK, yet it remains widely misunderstood and under-funded. That's why we’re he...
22/05/2026

Aphasia affects over 350,000 people in the UK, yet it remains widely misunderstood and under-funded. That's why we’re heading to Westminster this June to speak with MPs during Aphasia Awareness Month 📣

📅 17th June 2026
🕛️ 12:45 - 14:45
📍 Potcullis House
❓️ Following Prime Minister's Questions

Will you email your MP and encourage them to join us? 📧
Click the link below to use our template ✍️

Help us advocate for greater awareness, understanding and better support services. Together, we can make a meaningful difference 🗣️

Find your MP ➡️ https://members.parliament.uk/FindYourMP
Use our template ➡️ https://www.aphasiasupport.org/blogs/news-events/write-to-your-mp

Communicating with someone who has aphasia may feel challenging at times, but with the right approach, it can be meaning...
20/05/2026

Communicating with someone who has aphasia may feel challenging at times, but with the right approach, it can be meaningful, positive, and enjoyable.

In our latest blog post, we explore strategies to help carers and loved ones.

Topics cover:
💬 Understanding Aphasia
🌿 Creating the Right Environment
🤝 Building Better Conversations
🧠 Adapting Your Communication Style
❓ Helpful Questioning Techniques
🧩 Helping Find the Right Word
🛠️ Tools That Can Help

With patience and understanding, we can help ensure every person feels heard, valued and included.

Read More 📖 https://www.aphasiasupport.org/blogs/news-events/using-supported-conversation

May is 💜 Every year, we come together to educate and advocate for the 1.4 million stroke survivors in the UK. With 1 i...
15/05/2026

May is 💜

Every year, we come together to educate and advocate for the 1.4 million stroke survivors in the UK. With 1 in 3 stroke survivors experiencing aphasia, improving understanding and access to the right support is more important than ever.

The All Things Stroke website is helping people navigate life after stroke by connecting them with trusted advice, local services, and practical resources all in one place. Built with lived experience at its core, it supports survivors, carers, and professionals at every stage of recovery.

Explore the website and learn more in our latest blog 👇️
wyh-allthingsstroke.nhs.uk

This summer, we'll be pitching up our gazebo to raise vital funds and awareness for the aphasia community.We're kindly a...
13/05/2026

This summer, we'll be pitching up our gazebo to raise vital funds and awareness for the aphasia community.

We're kindly asking for donations of:
📖 Used Books
🍾 Unopened Bottles of Fizz

If you’re able to help, we would be incredibly grateful for your support 💙

Drop off locations:
📍 Aphasia Support HQ - Balne Lane Community Centre, WF2 0DP
📍 Your local Aphasia Cafe

For further information, please email 📧 [email protected]

📢 We’re recruiting Session Leaders for our brand new Aphasia Cafés in Rugby and Scarborough!Do you have experience in sp...
11/05/2026

📢 We’re recruiting Session Leaders for our brand new Aphasia Cafés in Rugby and Scarborough!

Do you have experience in speech and language therapy and a passion for supporting people with aphasia? We’d love to hear from you.

We’re looking for:
🔹 Qualified SLTs (Band 5–7)
🔹 SLT students
🔹 Experienced SLT Assistants (Band 4)

The role involves leading your local Aphasia Café whilst supporting volunteers to create engaging sessions for people with aphasia and their carers.

Apply Now ➡️ https://www.aphasiasupport.org/pages/jobs

We're thrilled to announce that the much-loved Dronfield support group, formerly known as Natterjacks, has officially jo...
07/05/2026

We're thrilled to announce that the much-loved Dronfield support group, formerly known as Natterjacks, has officially joined our Aphasia Cafe family! ☕️

The group was founded by Speech & Language Therapist, Helen, who has been bringing people together for over 13 years 🗣️

"I'm passionate about helping people with communication difficulties join in and enjoy time together." - 💬 Helen, Speech and Language Therapist

Helen and our team in Dronfield are always happy to welcome new faces. If you live locally and would like to attend for the first time, simply make a referral and we'll be in touch!

➡️ Find out more: https://www.aphasiasupport.org/pages/dronfield

Did you know we're offering free training sessions for professionals and volunteers supporting people with aphasia?Join ...
05/05/2026

Did you know we're offering free training sessions for professionals and volunteers supporting people with aphasia?

Join us in:
➡️ Leeds on 20th May
➡️ Wakefield on 10th June
➡️ Huddersfield on 24th June

💡 Find out more: https://www.aphasiasupport.org/blogs/news-events/aphasia-uncovered

This free training is part of a wider programme delivered across West Yorkshire by Aphasia Support, and is generously funded by the British Aphasiology Society

Address

Balne Lane Community Centre, Balne Lane
Wakefield
WF2ODP

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441924562443

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