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Genevieve Richardson, MS, CCC-SLP, joins Mary Beth for this episode to discuss aphasia inclusion. They focus on planning for the holidays through the lens of aphasia inclusion. Zooming out on the bigger picture and zooming in on the details helps families plan holidays that include people with aphasia. Aphasia inclusion, acceptance, and advocacy combat isolation and give a PWA a seat at the table during the holidays and throughout the year.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
MS, CCC-SLP, COM®, QOM®, RYT® 200
Mary Beth Hines, MS, CCC-SLP, COM, QOM®, is a speech-language pathologist in Cincinnati, OH. After graduating from Tulane University in New Orleans, LA she worked in sales and marketing in Chicago and Boston. She returned to school to pursue a career in speech-language pathology and earned a Masters of Science in Communicative Disorders from the University of Redlands in 1999. She worked in adult rehabilitation in Los Angeles and Cincinnati, as well private practice specializing in orofacial myology. Mary Beth is the host of the podcast Keys for SLPs and a moderator for SpeechTherapyPD.com.
MS, CCC-SLP
Genevieve Richardson is the driving force behind LIFE Speech Pathology®, a private practice located in Austin, Texas and LIFE Aphasia Academy®, an educational and support hub for individuals and families living with aphasia. With nearly three decades of experience in adult rehabilitation, Genevieve is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with aphasia and their families. LIFE Speech Pathology is at the forefront of telepractice, bringing expert speech therapy directly to clients across twelve states. Specializing in chronic aphasia, apraxia, dysarthria, and cognitive-communication evaluation and treatment, Genevieve's practice extends beyond geographical boundaries and can meet the treatment needs of those just starting outpatient treatment to individuals months or years after the onset of aphasia. Complementing her practice, the "Listen for LIFE Aphasia" podcast is designed to inspire, support, provide resources, and offer crucial information for persons with aphasia (PWA) and their families as they navigate their journey with aphasia. Genevieve hosts "Welcoming the Unwelcome Guest Called Aphasia During the Holidays," a comprehensive 5-part video training series available to all. She offers a free masterclass titled "From Challenge to Cheer: Crafting Aphasia-Inclusive and Supportive Holiday Gatherings." These programs equip participants with valuable strategies and action plans to decrease stress and enhance connection during the holiday season, despite the challenges of aphasia. Genevieve’s mission is to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by aphasia through training speech language pathologists seeking innovative telepractice solutions as well as families touched by aphasia. Genevieve welcomes all to be a part of this journey toward improved communication, inclusion, and support through DoLIFESpeechPathology.com.
ASHA CE Provider approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products or clinical procedures.
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| 5 min: Introduction |
| 15 min: Defining Aphasia Inclusion |
| 15 min: Setting and Achieving Communication Inclusion Goals |
| 15 min: Zooming In and Zooming Out with an Aphasia Inclusion Lens |
| 10 min: Conclusion, Resources and Q&A |
| Financial | Mary Beth hosts Keys for SLPs and receives compensation from SpeechTherapyPD.com. She also works at Life Speech Pathology and Voices for Parkinson’s and is an LSVT and SPEAK OUT provider. |
| Nonfinancial | Mary Beth is a member of ASHA, Aphasia Access, and the International Association of Orofacial Myology. |
| Other | None |
| Financial | Genevieve Richardson is the owner of LIFE Speech PathologySM and LIFE Aphasia AcademySM. She also receives compensation for this presentation from SpeechTherapyPD.com. |
| Nonfinancial | Genevieve Richardson is an ASHA Member and participant in SIG 2, Neurogenic Communication Disorders. |