Living Well with Aphasia and Apraxia of Speech 🦋

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Choosing a Word of the Year has become a meaningful practice for me.

In my latest post, I share my process — and questions to help you choose your own word and set gentle goals. Read the post here: cheryltondreau.wixsite.com/blog/post/sojo… #aphasia #StrokeRecovery #WOTY

I went to Disney hoping to share my granddaughter’s first visit. As a stroke survivor with invisible disabilities, I was denied DAS—and missed moments that mattered. Magic should be inclusive. Read more: cheryltondreau.wixsite.com/blog/post/navi… #Disney #Invisibledisabilities #DAS #Stroke #aphasia

💜 This #WorldStrokeDay, your story matters. Every word you share helps someone feel less alone. Read Day 29: Share Your Story — and see how your voice can make a difference. 👉 cheryltondreau.wixsite.com/blog/post/shar… #blogboost #aphasia #apraxia #dysarthia

After my stroke, I learned that loneliness isn’t always empty. Sometimes, in the quiet, you find your truest self—the part that never left. 💛 #StrokeRecovery #AphasiaAwareness #blogboost cheryltondreau.wixsite.com/blog/post/hand…

Mindful living…it’s not just about meditation. Can this help when you have #aphasia? Read today’s blog post. cheryltondreau.wixsite.com/blog/post/mind… #blogboost #aphasia #mindfulness

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This week on my blog I’ll be discussing #emotional and #MentalHealth. Finding a neuropsychologist who incorporated ACT really helped me. cheryltondreau.wixsite.com/blog/post/acce… #aphasia #apraxia #dysarthria #blogboost

You don’t need words to express yourself. In the blog post I share what some people do. #aphasia doesn’t stop us. cheryltondreau.wixsite.com/blog/post/crea…

Using creative outlets to express yourself. cheryltondreau.wixsite.com/blog/post/crea… #Aphasia #apraxia #dysarthria #Communication #blogboost

Songs that carry me through… Do you have a list that helps you with #StrokeRecovery, getting through the challenges with #aphasia, #apraxia or #dysarthria? cheryltondreau.wixsite.com/blog/post/song…

Who doesn’t like Music? But do you know it can be used as therapy? Read my latest blog cheryltondreau.wixsite.com/blog/post/musi… #blogboost #aphasia #dysarthria #apraxia #Communication #MusicTherapy

the power of project-based speech therapy—learning through real life. Start small. Celebrate every win. 💙 cheryltondreau.wixsite.com/blog/post/proj… 
#Aphasia #StrokeRecovery #SpeechTherapy #blogboost

Not every tool for #aphasia #recovery needs to be high-tech. Sometimes the best supports are simple: a notebook, big sheets of paper, or a picture dictionary. Low-tech doesn’t mean low impact—it means always ready. 🖊️💬 cheryltondreau.wixsite.com/blog/post/adap…

advocacy can start quietly—with one small act of courage: speaking up for yourself. Every story shared helps others feel seen, and that’s where real change begins. 💜
#Aphasia #StrokeRecovery #AphasiaAwareness cheryltondreau.wixsite.com/blog/post/advo…

One of the most healing parts of recovery is connecting with people who truly understand. 💬 💡 Connection heals what isolation cannot. Read Day 10: Connect with Those Who Understand 
 cheryltondreau.wixsite.com/blog/post/conn… #Aphasia #StrokeRecovery #Apraxia #Communication #AphasiaAwareness

🗣️ Living with aphasia, apraxia, or dysarthria? Communication takes effort—for you and others. One powerful step: teach people how to communicate with you. Patience + clarity = connection. 💛 Read more: cheryltondreau.wixsite.com/blog/post/how-…

🧠💬 life can feel unpredictable after stroke — esp. w/aphasia or apraxia of speech. A daily schedule isn’t filling time. Read my new blog and see how small routines can create big change. cheryltondreau.wixsite.com/blog/post/the-… #Aphasia #Stroke #ApraxiaOfSpeech #Communication #BrainHealth

Finding your words again is hard work. 🧩 Positive self-talk & affirmations can make the journey feel lighter. 💜 Read how 👉 cheryltondreau.wixsite.com/blog/post/usin… #Aphasia #Apraxia #StrokeRecovery #blogboost

Do you notice the “small wins”? Read my latest blog post to find out why I believe this is so important for recovery and then to live our best life with aphasia/apraxia cheryltondreau.wixsite.com/blog/post/the-… #blogboost #aphasia #apraxia #stroke