Susan Ginley, M.A., CCC–SLP

Abstract:
Social isolation is a common experience shared by individuals and families living with aphasia. Self-help support groups create opportunities and experiences for these families to define their new way of being normal within the context of a safe and supportive environment.  This presentation will discuss how to identify signs of social isolation and how to start or facilitate self-help support groups.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Identify signs of isolation
• Describe characteristics of self-help and support groups
• List steps needed to start or facilitate self-help support groups.