Aphasia Communication Enhancement Program
Welcome to the Aphasia Communication Enhancement (ACE) Program!
Therapy is provided by WMU graduate student clinicians from the Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences and supervised by experienced speech-language pathologists who hold a certificate of clinical competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
The current aphasia program incorporates best-practice research on improving the ability of the person with aphasia to participate in activities, with the overall goal of improved quality of life. This is a key principle of the Life Participation Approach to Aphasia (LPAA). The ongoing concerns and needs of caregivers are also recognized and addressed through peer support and group programming.
Our services
• Evaluation of current communication status
• Individual and Group therapy programs directed toward:
- building strategies and alternative methods for communication
- improving communication abilities
- participating in social activities
• Virtual treatment (Telehealth)
• Caregiver support groups
Cost of services
Individual Session: $26.25
Group Session: $15
For example, if Mary attends an individual session on Tuesday and a group session on Thursday, her weekly total would be $41.25 per week.
We do not bill insurance for these student-led enrichment services. We do offer a sliding fee scale to those who qualify.
Resources
Who can benefit?
Individuals with aphasia
Family members or caregivers of individuals with aphasia
Questions?
For more information about the Aphasia Communication Enhancement Program, please contact Allison Mezo, ACE Speech Clinician.
