Andy, a TAP Board member, experienced an unexpected stroke at age 44, resulting in aphasia. While he has made a remarkable recovery, he emphasizes the ongoing need for rehabilitation and support for adults living with aphasia. Andy reinforces TAP’s mission of fostering communication, community, and connection. He encourages viewers to give the gift of communication […]
Terry experienced his first stroke in February 2022, resulting in aphasia, followed by another in December 2024 that temporarily slowed his progress—a discouraging experience for him. He continues to attend the in-person Wake Forest group on Tuesdays and two virtual groups on Wednesdays, TAP into Word Games and TEDTalks. Terry says he looks forward to […]
Michelle shares that she worked as the Director of Education at the Children’s Theatre of Charlotte before experiencing several strokes that caused aphasia following postoperative complications from other health issues. She explains how valuable it has been to connect with others through TAP, emphasizing that every person’s experience with aphasia and recovery is unique. Michelle […]
Jerry shares how he experienced a hemorrhagic stroke in July 2023, which resulted in severe aphasia, a motor speech disorder and physical limitations. He describes his intensive rehabilitation journey over the last two years, including speech, physical, and occupational therapy. Jerry continues to participate in the virtual TAP into Sports group (go Yankees and Giants!) […]
Michael shares how he experienced an unexpected stroke at age 43, resulting in significant challenges across all areas of language—speaking, understanding, reading, and writing. While he has made tremendous progress, he’s honest that some difficulties persist today. He describes how TAP gave him a true sense of community and connection at a time when aphasia […]
Ashley experienced a stroke caused by a blood clot in March 2023 at the age of 38, resulting in aphasia and apraxia of speech (AOS). She recently moved to North Carolina to fully participate in TAP programs. Ashley actively participates in conversations using assistive technology, including her phone and iPad, and continues to work toward […]
