We believe Aphasia shouldn't be a barrier to belonging.
Aphasia is a communication disorder that affects an individual's ability to speak, read, write, and/or understand language, however, one's intellect remains intact!
It's incredibly frustrating and isolating to lose your ability to express yourself and connect with friends and family.The Georgia Aphasia Project is providing access to quality programs, resources, and treatment for persons with aphasia and their care partners.
In America, Aphasia affects more than
2 million people
150,000 individuals in Georgia alone are living with an aphasia diagnosis.
What Causes Aphasia?
Aphasia can be caused by a stroke, a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), or other neurological diseases like primary progressive aphasia.
Enhancing the Lives of People Living with Aphasia through Supportive Services
Aphasia Communication Groups
We offer in-person and virtual communication groups guided by two skilled speech therapists as a safe space for individuals with aphasia to share and practice communication skills.
Care Partner Support
Groups
We want to support caregivers and GAP offers monthly care partner support groups led by a licensed professional counselor (LPC).
Aphasia
Week
Camps
We are working to offer holistic & intensive treatment for people with aphasia weaving together individual and group therapy sessions with community involvement.
Intensive Comprehensive Aphasia Program
GAP is working to establish the first ICAP in Georgia to provide essential support and resources for families and individuals affected by aphasia.
ABOUT GAP
We're bridging the gap in the continuum of care for Aphasia.
The Georgia Aphasia Project was founded by two experienced Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) who have dedicated over a decade to working with individuals facing aphasia and related TBI symptoms.
They noticed a significant gap in intensive treatment options within Georgia; often patients with aphasia had to seek intensive services, such as Intensive Comprehensive Aphasia Programs (ICAPs), out of state. At the heart of our mission, we strive to bridge the GAP in the continuum of care, ensuring individuals with aphasia can effectively communicate their wants, thoughts, and needs – both within their community and to their loved ones.
Upcoming Events
We would love for you to join our group! All groups are donation based. Please email if you have any questions.
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