National Aphasia Association

10/09/2026

Our latest blog post was contributed by Megan Sutton, a speech-language pathologist, member of the NAA’s Professional Advisory Council, and co-founder of Tactus Therapy.

"I recently asked people with aphasia and their loved ones: What is the biggest challenge you face when practicing at home? Over 150 people replied!"

Read the blog to see what they shared, and what technology can do to help!

🔗 https://aphasia.org/technology-and-aphasia-making-home-practice-easier/



For nearly 40 years, the National Aphasia Association has been the nation’s nonprofit resource for people with aphasia, families, professionals, providers, researchers, and advocates.

10/09/2026

Thank you Tactus Therapy for contributing this post to the NAA's blog and sharing these challenges and helpful tips and resources!

150+ people with aphasia and their loved ones wrote in to share their biggest challenges with speech and language practice at home.

Here's what they said – and how technology can help 📲

Read the full story on the National Aphasia Association:
👉 https://aphasia.org/technology-and-aphasia-making-home-practice-easier/

10/07/2026

In recognition of National Hispanic Heritage Month, the National Aphasia Association is honored to share Voces de la Afasia—a powerful collection of art, photography, poetry, and personal stories created by people with aphasia, their loved ones, and speech-language pathologists.

Created in Mexico, this project reminds us that expression reaches far beyond spoken words—and that every person with aphasia still has a story, a perspective, and a voice.

A special thank-you to NAA Ambassador Paola González Lázaro, who helped bring this meaningful project to life and shared it with our community. Paola has also been helping NAA expand the Spanish-language information and resources available through our website.

We invite you to explore and share this beautiful collection.

Gracias to Paola, the participating artists, and the organizers at Afasia por Latinoamérica and Afasia Contacto A.C. for helping make aphasia visible through creativity, connection, and community.

Cada voz importa. Every voice matters.

https://aphasia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Voces-de-la-Afasia.pdf and https://aphasia.org/voices-of-aphasia/

10/06/2026

150 people with aphasia and their loved ones were recently asked: What is the biggest challenge you face when practicing at home? Check out this wonderful blog post by Professional Advisory Council member, Megan Sutton ... you will be glad you did! https://aphasia.org/technology-and-aphasia-making-home-practice-easier/ Thank you Tactus Therapy

10/06/2026

October is National Book Month!

This week, we are featuring "I Am Not Confused -- I Have Aphasia" by Alice Roselyn

I Am Not Confused — I Have Aphasia: The Bible of Communication and Connection After a Stroke combines a real narrative — following one family’s experience with aphasia after a stroke — with a practical, research-based guide for communication, caregiving, and rebuilding connection.

Find this an so many other amazing books and resources on our website!

https://aphasia.org/books-films-podcasts/

10/05/2026

❗This Week at the NAA❗

Virtual Programs:
➡️ Monday, October 5th: PPA / PPAOS Care Partner Support Group
5:30-6:30pm ET, 4:30-5:30pm CT, 3:30-4:30pm MT, 2:30-3:30pm PT

➡️ Monday, October 5th: Young Adults with Aphasia
7-8pm ET, 6-7pm CT, 5-6pm MT, 4-5pm PT

➡️Wednesday, October 7th: Technology and Supports for Aphasia
4-5pm ET, 3-4pm CT, 2-3pm MT, 1-2pm PT

➡️ Friday, October 9th: PPA / PPAOS Chat
2:30-3:30pm ET, 1:30-2:30pm CT, 12:30-1:30pm MT, 11:30am-12:30pm PT

🗣 Speaking Out 2026 was Epic!
Now we have pulled it all together for you to have your own experience with all of the sections. Revisit the presenations and so much more:
aphasia.org/speaking-out-conference

🌟 In Case you missed it...
Last week we welcomed Lorenzo’s House — Bringing Light to Families
If you missed it, don't worry...we have recorded it for you. Check out the support that is available for Younger Onset PPA/PPAOS and FTD.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7boxzu0WjQ

🌱 What was started last year has grown!
Join us Wednesday, October 20th to learn about the NAA’s Davetrina Seles Gadson Health Equity Mini-Grant Program. Hear from grant recipients about their projects, the impact they’ve had, and what’s next.
aphasia.org/event/seeds-of-change-davetrina-seles-gadson-health-equity-mini-grant

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10/03/2026

In case you missed this webinar:
Lorenzo's House: Bringing Light to Families Navigating Younger-Onset PPA with Patti LaFleur https://youtu.be/f7boxzu0WjQ?si=f-dKHg0okpULxLXA

This webinar provides an overview of Young-Onset Dementia (showing symptoms before the age of 65) and the unique challenges families face following a diagnosis.

Learn about Lorenzo’s House, a global, virtual organization empowering sons, daughters, children and families affected by YOD across all 50 US states and over 37 countries. "Through our free virtual support model: MATCH, CLUBS, and SUMMIT, we are the global hub of connection, resources, and light for families affected by younger-onset dementia. Together, we are healing in community, advocating for dementia and educating for a younger-onset dementia informed society."

Learn more about PPA and find resources on the NAA's website, aphasia.org: https://aphasia.org/primary-progressi...

Learn more about Lorenzo's House here: https://www.lorenzoshouse.org/