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Research

New Study Links Early Speech Therapy to Better Aphasia Outcomes

Survivors who begin speech-language therapy within 72 hours of a stroke recover significantly more language function by six months.

March 28, 2025Read
Caregiving

10 Communication Strategies Every Aphasia Caregiver Should Know

Caring for someone with aphasia means learning a new language — one of patience, visual cues, and creative expression.

March 10, 2025Read
Survivor Story

"I Learned to Paint When I Lost My Words" — Maria's Story

When aphasia took Maria's ability to speak, she turned to canvas and color. Today her paintings tell the story she could never say aloud.

February 22, 2025Read
Advocacy

Why Insurance Rarely Covers Enough Aphasia Therapy

Most plans cap speech therapy far below what aphasia recovery demands. Here's what EBSAF is doing to change that.

February 5, 2025Read
Recovery Tips

The F.A.S.T. Method: Recognize a Stroke in 60 Seconds

Every minute counts when a stroke occurs. Learn the four warning signs that could save a life.

January 18, 2025Read
Research

Music Therapy and Aphasia: What the Science Says

Melodic Intonation Therapy uses the brain's musical memory to unlock language. Here's what the latest research tells us.

January 3, 2025Read
Survivor Story

James's Return to the Classroom: Teaching After Aphasia

A retired professor who lost his ability to lecture discovers that his students become his greatest teachers in recovery.

December 12, 2024Read
Caregiving

Caregiver Burnout Is Real. Here's How to Protect Yourself

Sustainable caregiving requires self-care, boundaries, and community. A guide for the caregiver who hasn't slept in months.

November 30, 2024Read
Recovery Tips

5 At-Home Exercises That Support Aphasia Recovery

What happens between therapy sessions matters as much as the sessions themselves. Five evidence-based exercises for every day.

November 14, 2024Read

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