This course is valid from January 1, 2025 to January 31, 2025.

This course has been developed for delivery to speech-language pathologists. It is registered with ASHA for 0.1 CEU.

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Course Description

This course shared lessons learned from how COVID-19 changed the future of aphasia support programs and how the aphasia community came together to overcome the forced isolation by providing online support to individuals with aphasia and their families worldwide. We provided a snapshot of how Aphasia Recovery Connection (ARC) and Lingraphica collaborated to develop a virtual aphasia program.

Introductory level; Professional

Disclaimer: This course is focused on Lingraphica high-tech AAC devices. There will be limited information about other device manufacturers

ASHA CE Provider approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures. LingraphiCare America is approved by the Continuing Education Board of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) to provide continuing education activities in speech-language pathology and audiology.

Requirements for Satisfactory Course Completion:

Completion requires learners to (1) view/attend the instructional presentation in full; (2) receive a minimum of 80% on the learning assessment; and (3) submit a course evaluation. Learners may retake the learning assessment as needed until the satisfactory score is achieved. Questions, assistance requests, and feedback may be sent to trafferty@lingraphica.com

Learning Objectives:

After completing this course, participants will be able to:​

• Describe how Virtual Connections is meeting the needs of people with aphasia and their families worldwide
• Identify examples of aphasia support programs that were transitioned to online platforms
• Describe at least two lessons learned from providing virtual support to people with aphasia and their families in response to COVID-19

Time-Ordered Agenda

• 5 minutes: Why virtual support services are needed
• 10 minutes: The evolution of Aphasia Recovery Connection (ARC)
• 15 minutes: Creation of Virtual Connections
• 15 minutes: Preparing students at Columbia University
• 15 minutes: Going virtual at Cal State East Bay
• 15 minutes: Going virtual at Lansing Area Aphasia Support Group
• 10 minutes: Launching Aphasia! This Is Our World
• 5 minutes: Questions and answers

Course Completion Requirements 

1. Attendance and/or Completion of Online Lecture
2. Completion of Learning Assessment with a minimum score of 70%
3. Completion of an Activity Evaluation

Instructional Personnel 

Brianne A. Morrison, CCC-SLP-D/ATP  

Dr. Morrison joined Lingraphica in 2011 and is the Customer Experience and Engagement Manager. Brianne has dedicated the majority of her career to serving adults with complex communication needs and their families. She is a RENSA certified Assistive Technology Professional and is formally trained in the methods of Supported Conversation for Adults with Aphasia (SCA). She has been an active volunteer for the non-profit organization Aphasia Recovery Connection (ARC) since 2014, and a member of their Advisory Board since 2019. Brianne received her B.A. and M.A from Hofstra University and her clinical doctorate in speech language pathology (SLPD) at Nova Southeastern University.  

Relevant Financial Relationships: Brianne Morrison is an employee at Lingraphicare America, Inc.   

Relevant Non-Financial Relationships: Brianne serves as a volunteer and advisory board member at Aphasia Recovery Connection (ARC), a 501 (c)3 organization 

Katie Strong, Ph.D., CCC-SLP  

Dr. Strong leads the Strong Story Lab at Central Michigan University where she explores how clinicians can support people with aphasia rebuild their identity by co-constructing stories about who they are. Dr. Strong is a Tavistock Aphasia Scholar and a Project BRIDGE Midwest Regional Coordinator. Her professional activities include: CAPCSD Board President-Elect, MSHF Board Member, ASHA SIG 2 Coordinating Committee, ASHA Continuing Education Board Member, and Aphasia Access Conversations Podcast Host. 

Relevant Financial Relationships: Katie Strong is an employee at Central Michigan University and works directly with Aphasia Access. 

Relevant Non-Financial Relationships: No relevant non-financial relationships exist. 

Also Including:

Carol Dow-Richards, BS

Ellen Bernstein-Ellis, MA, CCC-SLP

Lindsay Millgram, MS, CCC-SLP

We are here to help. Please contact us for learning accommodations or your accessibility needs: 

continuinged@lingraphica.com 

• Contact:
  Julie Goss
• Training Hours: 1.50