Lee's Summit Community Aphasia Group
Caregivers, Survivors
Meeting Type: In-Person + Virtual
Contact
- Mrs. Alissa Potocnik, SLP
- (816) 591-3046
- [email protected]
- Preferred Contact Method: Email
Meeting Details
- 2nd and 4th Tuesdays
- 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM Central
- Alissa Potocnik
- [email protected]
- Lee's Summit Medical Center 1st Floor Arbor Room
Agenda
Group Structure:
In Person: 2nd and 4th Tuesday at Lee's Summit Medical Center/1st floor Arbor Room
4:30-5pm: Welcome and large group education/discussion
5-6pm: Members with aphasia participate in conversation group while loved ones and caregivers visit, take a one hour break, or participate in an educational program
6pm: Dismiss
Notes
Purpose of our Community Aphasia Group:
1. Reduce feelings of isolation by connecting people with common experiences and concerns
2. Provide education, resources, support and encouragement for members with aphasia and their loved ones
3. Enhance communication skills including conversation practice for members with aphasia.
4. Encourages life participation for members and caregivers
Mission Statement: We are committed to providing an inclusive environment of support, encouragement, and education to people with aphasia and their loved ones.
Type
Activity program, Caregivers welcome, Community Outreach, Emotional support, In-person support, Online support, Regular Meetings, Social support, Therapeutic/Rehabilitation
Specialty
Aphasia
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