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Center for Aphasia Research & Treatment
The Center for Aphasia Research & Treatment was created in 2001 to respond to the challenge of living with aphasia.
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Back to College After a Traumatic Brain Injury
Brett suffered a severe TBI after a skiing accident, but through our AMiCouS Program, daily speech therapy and inpatient care he defied the odds and walked out of the hospital.
Patient Story
New Mom Recovers from Stroke After Birth of First Baby
Heather experience every now mother's nightmare: a sudden stroke after the birth of her new child. However, with the AbilityLab's help and support of her family, she can now keep up with her son.
Patient Story
Leora Cherney, PhD, Named Research Chair for Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Dr. Cherney to serve as chair of Think + Speak Lab within RIC’s new research hospital.
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Intensive Aphasia Therapy Program Application
The Intensive Aphasia Therapy Program is open to all individuals with aphasia, but must be at least 18 years old. Invitations will be on a first-come, first-served basis in response to the invitation.
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Aphasia Community Programs
The Center for Aphasia Research and Treatment offers a variety of groups and classes for people with aphasia who are living in the community. All classes help the participant practice communicating in a supportive group environment.
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Intensive Comprehensive Aphasia Program
Internationally acclaimed Aphasia Program at the #1 rehabilitation hospital in the country
Research Project
Aphasia Research Studies
Investigating novel ways to treat aphasia and conducting clinical research studies to establish the efficacy and effectiveness of these aphasia treatments.
Research Project
New Training has Loved Ones Helping Those Suffering from Aphasia
Just one month after giving birth to a beautiful baby girl, Ashley had two strokes. After being diagnosed with aphasia, she tries to find the right words. At times her husband Matt helps prompt her responses.
Patient Story
Urmi’s Story: A Young Scientist’s Journey
A neurophysiologist's journey to recovery after a rare type of stroke.
Patient Story