University of Michigan Aphasia Program (UMAP)

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University Center for the Development of the Language and Literacy (UCLL)

Overview

The field of speech-language pathology has known for some time that outcomes are improved for adults with chronic aphasia when the therapy is intensive in nature. The research typically defines intensive therapy as 9 or more hours per week. At the University of Michigan Aphasia Program (UMAP) we know that a combination of individual and group therapy delivered on an intensive schedule that targets multi-modal forms of communication including training with assistive software, along with caregiver curriculum, creates an environment of success for our clients with chronic aphasia. At UMAP, we have designed a 4-week intensive therapy program for you, to maximize the therapeutic experience for clients and their families. This is built on what the research says, our clinical experience, and feedback from our clients. Clients can opt for additional weeks if desired.

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Speech-Language Therapy
  • Individual Therapy
    14 hours/week
  • Group Therapy
    5 hours/week
  • Computer Lab
    5 hours/week
Group Music Therapy
  • Group Music Therapy
    1 hour/week

Social-Recreational Activities

  • Dinner Club & Other Activities
    1 hour/week (minimum)
Caregiver Curriculum
  • Caregiver Education
    1 hour/week
  • Caregiver Support
    1 hour/week
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