Communication group for people with aphasia

Course Dates: 02/10/19 - 01/07/20
Time: 13:30 - 15:00
Location: KS - Keeley Street
Anne Watson

Do you experience some difficulties expressing yourself following a stroke? In this group you can learn additional ways to improve your communication. The activities will include social conversations and discussions, with a chance to share your experiences, as well as some structured work.


What is the course about?

The course is about you developing your communication skills within a supportive group. You will have the opportunity to share your experiences and learn new ways to communicate. You will participate in social conversations, discussions and more structured activities. The needs of individuals will be addressed.

What will we cover?

You will identify your communication strengths and difficulties. You will set personal goals for change and work on this through conversation discussion and structured tasks including word games and activities. Some reading and writing activities will be included.

What will I achieve?

1. Respond to specific questions.
2. Express your opinions/feelings/ ideas/experiences in group conversations.
3. To use more effective ways of supporting your speech, e.g. signing, sketching, writing.
4. Notice when you need to pause and retry a word during a conversation.
5. Ask for help with a task within the group or with a problem you are facing.


The course is for people with aphasia (a communication difficulty following a stroke or head injury). Some previous speech therapy is recommended. To join the group you will need to:
- Listen and respond to single words/gestures/pictures
- Respond to each other
- Share interests
Before joining the class,you will need an advisory session (free of charge) with one of the speech therapy team.


You will join in group discussions, work with a partner or small groups. The tutor will guide the discussion and group work activities. Activities will be designed with individual needs in mind.



When I've finished, what course can I do next?

You may wish to attend another Build course and we can provide you with advice and support to help you access a course of your choice.

See the course guide for term dates and further details


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I would recommend it for sufferers from Aphasia. It will improve your confidence in a friendly atmosphere.
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Course Code: XS402

Wed, day, 02 Oct - 01 Jul '20

Duration: 30 sessions (over 40 weeks)

Full fee: £229.00
Senior fee: £140.00
Concession: £57.00

Why do I need an advice session?

Any questions? [email protected]
or call 020 7492 2578
