Programme of Support
Aphasia Support is a registered charity providing free speech and language therapy and long-term support. Our services are led by experienced speech and language therapists, supported by fully trained volunteers, and tailored to meet each individual’s needs.
Our flexible pathway of support is delivered at-home or in the heart of local communities. Every option focuses on wellbeing, helping people achieve their communication goals, maintain meaningful connections, and continue living life to the fullest.
Programme of Support
Referral Options
Computer Therapy
Individual assessment: A speech and language therapist creates a personalised support plan tailored to the client’s communication goals.
Home visits: A fully trained volunteer visits the client at-home to provide one-to-one support every two weeks for a period of six months.
iPad therapy: Clients access the charity's iPad loan scheme to use bespoke therapy apps, practicing between sessions.
Celebrate achievements: Milestones and progress are recognised to motivate and boost confidence.
Ongoing review: Progress is regularly reviewed by a speech and language therapist to ensure communication goals are met, next steps are clear, and future support is planned.
*Please note: This support is currently restricted to client's living in West Yorkshire, Harrogate or Barnsley.
Supported Conversation
Individual assessment: A speech and language therapist creates a personalised support plan tailored to the client’s communication goals.
Home visits: A fully trained volunteer visits the client at-home to provide one-to-one support every two weeks for a period of six months.
Supported conversation: The volunteer uses evidence-based supported conversation strategies to facilitate meaningful communication, helping the client to express themselves and engage confidently (without the use of technology).
Celebrate achievements: Milestones and progress are recognised to motivate and boost confidence.
Ongoing review: Progress is regularly reviewed by a speech and language therapist to ensure communication goals are met, next steps are clear, and future support is planned.
*Please note: This support is currently restricted to client's living in West Yorkshire, Harrogate or Barnsley.
Group Support
Individual assessment: A speech and language therapist assesses the client's suitability for group support.
Group sessions: Clients and carers are warmly welcomed to their local in-person or online Aphasia Café, where peer support fosters a safe, understanding and encouraging environment.
Facilitated conversation: Fully trained volunteers and experienced session leaders guide group discussions and activities.
Celebrate achievements: Progress and participation are recognised, helping to build confidence, motivation and community spirit.
Ongoing review: Regular Aphasia Cafe group sessions offer long-term support with consistent input from a speech and language therapist.
*Please Note: Click here to view the locations of our in-person Aphasia Cafe's. We accept UK-wide referrals to our Online Aphasia Cafe.
Make a Referral
Aphasia Support warmly welcomes referrals from:
- Healthcare providers
- Speech and language therapists
- Charities and organisations e.g. Stroke Association
- Self-referrals from people living with aphasia, their carers or loved ones
To help us provide effective and personalised support, we would be extremely grateful if you could please include detailed information about the person’s:
- Spoken Output
- Reading Skills
- Writing Skills
- Language Comprehension
Once your referral form has been submitted, a member of our team will review the information and contact you shortly to discuss next steps and potential support options.
Please Note: Due to high demand for our services, we are currently operating a waiting list for 1:1 support. We will offer support at the earliest possible opportunity, and appreciate your patience.
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