Aphasia Support

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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 of 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.

Our Bradford Aphasia Café has expanded into the north of the city!We’re delighted to have launched a new monthly session...
29/09/2026

Our Bradford Aphasia Café has expanded into the north of the city!

We’re delighted to have launched a new monthly session at The Bolton Woods Centre, alongside our existing meet-up in East Bradford.

Our first session was a great success! The group channelled their competitive spirit in a challenge to name a job role for every letter of the alphabet - a fun way to practise communication and enjoy time together!

Our Bradford Aphasia Café is proudly funded by Sovereign Health Care through their Community Programme. We’re grateful for their support, helping local people affected by aphasia feel less isolated and more connected to their community.

We're always ready to give a warm welcome to new members!

Find out more 👇️
https://www.aphasiasupport.org/pages/bradford

📣 Everyone is welcome to join our Annual General Meeting!We’re inviting our members, families, supporters, volunteers an...
28/09/2026

📣 Everyone is welcome to join our Annual General Meeting!

We’re inviting our members, families, supporters, volunteers and anyone interested in Aphasia Support to join us for our AGM:

📅 Monday 5th October
🕐 1pm - 3pm
📍 Art House, Drury Lane, Wakefield, WF1 2TE

You can also join us online via Zoom if you’re unable to attend in person.

The AGM is a chance to hear about the difference Aphasia Support has made over the past year, find out more about our plans for the future, meet our staff team, trustees and members of our community.

We’d love to see you there!

Please register to attend 👇️
https://portal.aphasiasupport.org/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=134

Our Doncaster Aphasia Café is growing, and so are the friendships that make this group so special. 💙During our last sess...
25/09/2026

Our Doncaster Aphasia Café is growing, and so are the friendships that make this group so special. 💙

During our last session, we used a sheet of conversation starters to chat, write and draw about our memories of school. ✏️💬

We shared stories, talked about the good old days, and finished with a September-themed quiz! 🧠

You'll find us here on the second and fourth Thursday of every month:

🕒 Time: 10.30am–12pm
📍 Location: Helping Hands Community Centre, New Edlington, DN12 1PL

Fancy joining us?
Make a referral today: https://www.aphasiasupport.org/pages/doncaster

Could you make a difference with your time? 💙At Aphasia Support, we’re here for people affected by aphasia, a hidden dis...
24/09/2026

Could you make a difference with your time? 💙

At Aphasia Support, we’re here for people affected by aphasia, a hidden disability caused by damage to the brain. It affects a person’s ability to speak, understand, read and write, making everyday communication incredibly challenging.

We need your help to make sure local families affected by aphasia stay connected to the people and moments that matter most.

We’re particularly looking for:

☕ Aphasia Café Volunteers in Scarborough, Northallerton & Rugby
💬 Speech Support Volunteers in Calderdale

Can you help?

Jack says 💬 “Do it if you love talking to people, helping people, or giving back to your community. You won’t regret it!”

👉 Find out more and get involved: https://www.aphasiasupport.org/pages/volunteer
👉 Read Jack’s story: https://www.aphasiasupport.org/blogs/news/volunteer-jack

We couldn't not share this lovely photo taken at our Blackburn Aphasia Cafe 💙 Our group meets inside the Community Wellb...
23/09/2026

We couldn't not share this lovely photo taken at our Blackburn Aphasia Cafe 💙

Our group meets inside the Community Wellbeing Hub at Ewood Park. On the first and third Wednesday of the month, you'll find us practicing our communication skills, having heart-to-hearts over a cuppa, sharing a laugh and enjoying time together with others who understand life with aphasia.

We'd love to welcome more members and are looking to reach local people with aphasia and their carers. If you know someone who might benefit from a friendly, supportive space where they can meet others and build confidence, please let them know where to find us 👇️

Learn more: https://www.aphasiasupport.org/pages/blackburn

We're looking for passionate volunteers ready to make a difference! 🫶 If you can spare a few hours a month, you could su...
21/09/2026

We're looking for passionate volunteers ready to make a difference! 🫶

If you can spare a few hours a month, you could support our team to:
➡️ Provide home-based speech and language therapy
➡️ Deliver community-based group support

Help local people living with aphasia to:
😊 Rebuild their confidence
🗣️ Improve their communication skills
💙 Feel listened to, understood and connected

Find out more: https://www.aphasiasupport.org/pages/volunteer
Apply by 5th October 2026

There's nothing like community spirit 💙 We always feel the love in Wakefield, and we're especially grateful to the place...
18/09/2026

There's nothing like community spirit 💙

We always feel the love in Wakefield, and we're especially grateful to the places that make our work possible.

West Wakefield Methodist Church kindly host our Aphasia Cafe on the first and third Friday of the month. It's the only local space offering vital support for people with aphasia and their carers ☕

To help raise funds, the local community show up in force, and we couldn't be more grateful. From hosting Coffee Mornings to serving Pie and Peas! Every pound raised ensures we can be there to support as many families as possible 🫶

If you're in Wakefield, click here to find out more 👇️
https://www.aphasiasupport.org/pages/wakefield

Did you know that 1 in 3 stroke survivors experience aphasia, affecting their ability to speak, understand, read and wri...
15/09/2026

Did you know that 1 in 3 stroke survivors experience aphasia, affecting their ability to speak, understand, read and write? 🧠

When life changes overnight, our charity is there to help people find their way forward and communicate with confidence 🗣️

This October, we’re looking for runners to take on:

🏃 Lincoln Half Marathon
🏃 Yorkshire Marathon
🏃 Yorkshire 10 Mile

Would you go the extra mile to change someone’s life?

Sign up now 👇️
https://www.aphasiasupport.org/pages/events-challenges

💬 “Aphasia Support has lifted up all parts of my life and helped me move forward after my stroke. It’s helped me feel 100% better – more independent and confident.”

Have you been on our website lately? We have a new accessibility toolbar 🗣️ This feature gives you more choice and contr...
14/09/2026

Have you been on our website lately?
We have a new accessibility toolbar 🗣️

This feature gives you more choice and control over how you access our content, with tools including text-to-speech, text customisation, reading aids, and translation.

Want to see how it works? Click the Recite Me accessibility button in the corner of our website to try it for yourself 👇️

https://www.aphasiasupport.org/

This time last week, we were sampling some Portuguese tarts in our Harrogate Aphasia Cafe, courtesy of one of our member...
10/09/2026

This time last week, we were sampling some Portuguese tarts in our Harrogate Aphasia Cafe, courtesy of one of our members 😋

What started with a fun food quiz ended up with a debate about where to find the best pastel de nata and how Wakefield is world-famous for its rhubarb!

We may not have settled the debate, but we certainly enjoyed the discussion 💬

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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