Voices of Hope for Aphasia

06/23/2026

There’s been a lot of talk around town about Word Play 2026: Celebrate the Independence to Thrive 🧩

Yesterday, executive director Debbie Yones sported her crossword ensemble and stopped by Great Day Live Tampa Bay to discuss the mission of VOH and why Word Play is so important.

Tickets for this fun-filled evening close tomorrow, so don't delay! Only a few seats remain. 🎟️

Get tickets now at wordplaytampabay.com

Voices of Hope is hosting its Annual Gala based on a crossword puzzle competition on July 1st.

06/22/2026

Before finding Voices of Hope for Aphasia, Eamonn says he spent most of his days talking only to his dog.

Living with aphasia can feel isolating, especially when communication becomes difficult and the world around you keeps moving. But after seeing Voices of Hope for Aphasia on TV, Eamonn decided to give it a try and meet others who could relate to what he was experiencing.

Now, he’s part of a community that continues growing and encouraging one another every step of the way. A place where conversations happen without judgment and where every word is met with patience, understanding, and support.

You can help support stories like his by joining us on July 1 for , our annual crossword gala benefiting people living with aphasia. It’s a night of fun, connection, and giving back to a truly meaningful cause.

Only a few tickets left at wordplaytampabay.com 🎟️

06/22/2026

Guess where our Executive Director, Debbie Yones is this morning? Catch her live in the first segment of Great Day Live at 9am on 10 Tampa Bay!

06/19/2026

🧩 DON'T WAIT to Solve a Fun Night for a Great Cause! 🧩

You only have a few more days to secure your spot at the Voices of Hope for Aphasia 'Wordplay' Crossword Gala!

Online ticket sales will officially close on June 24th. This is your final opportunity to guarantee your attendance for an evening filled with:
💡 Fun crossword challenges
💡 Wonderful community spirit
💡 Essential support for aphasia awareness

Join us on July 1st at 6:30 PM at the USF St. Pete Student Center. Click the link in our bio or go to WordPlayTampaBay.com to get your tickets before it's too late!

06/18/2026

At Voices of Hope for Aphasia, we know that words are more than just letters on a grid—they are the keys to connection, community, and expression. While living with aphasia can make finding the right words a daily puzzle, our community always steps up to help fill in the blanks.

As we count down to our fun-filled crossword gala, Word Play 2026, we want to send a massive shout-out to the sponsors who make our mission possible. They are the essential puzzle pieces helping our members celebrate the Independence to Thrive!

Title Sponsor: A massive standing ovation to the The Off-Central for taking center stage in supporting our community!

Gold Sponsors: Deepest gratitude to the USF St. Petersburg, BayCare, and Great Bay Distributors for providing a golden standard of dedication and care.

Dessert Sponsor: Making recovery just a little bit sweeter—thank you to the Catalina Charitable Foundation!

Crossword Sponsor: Helping us "bank on good" words and brighter futures—thank you to Achieva Banking for Good.

Silver Sponsors: We are incredibly lucky to have the powerful backing of The Bank of Tampa, Pinellas Community Foundation, Orlando Health, Emi consulting, and WUSF Public Media.

Bronze Sponsors: Huge love to our community pillars who help us thrive every day: BYC | Because You Can, Plummer Pet Hospital, Early Bird Dinner Theatre, SPARK, Allie Cakes, Scott Legal Advocates for Aging Americans, MP St. Petersburg, and the Tampa Bay Arts Passport

📅 Join Us at the Crossword Gala!
Every single one of these sponsors helps us provide life-changing programs that give people with aphasia their voices back. Come celebrate their generosity and the resilience of our members!

Date & Time: July 1 at 6:30 PM

Location: USF St. Pete

Get Your Tickets: Secure your spot today at WordPlayTampaBay.com

Let’s make every word count. We can't wait to see you there! 🗣️💙

06/12/2026

THINK YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES? 👇

These past Word Play Champions set the bar high, but a new year means a new title is up for grabs! On July 1st, teams will battle it out over custom puzzles, incredible food, and maximum bragging rights—all to support the aphasia community.

There are only 40 tickets left in the room.

Don't get left blank. Tap the link, grab your table, and see if you have what it takes to defeat the best.

Word Play
July 1, 6:30pm
USF St. Pete Student Center

Get your spot at the link in the comments.

06/12/2026

ANOTHER PROCLAMATION = LOTS MORE !!

Thank you to the Mayor and Town Council of North Redington Beach for proclaiming June Aphasia Awareness month!!

Thank you to John and Ann Dingman, Stephen Miller, Tim Burns and Jeannie Carlson who joined Executive Director Debbie Yones.

06/12/2026

06/11/2026

Many people have never heard of aphasia until it touches someone they love. That’s part of why awareness matters so much! When more people understand what aphasia is, they’re better able to offer patience, support, and connection.

Every myth we break helps create a more understanding world for people living with aphasia and their families.

Which fact surprised you the most? Save this post to come back to, and learn more about aphasia on our website!