SESSION 1:  JANUARY 4 - MARCH 5, 2010

MONDAYS   Selected Topics I 10:30-11:30 for practicing conversational interactions focuses on speech clarity, language use, organization, social interaction, and listening skills at a conversational level Writing Toolbox I 11:45-12:45 for practicing word retrieval strategies for members interested in improving their ability to find just the right word at conversational levels. Book Club I 1:15-2:15 read a regular version of a book, or listen to the book on tape discuss the content of the reading or specific assignments average number of pages read per week is 50-100. Total Communication  I 2:30-3:30 for members with apraxia and/or aphasia focus on basic vocabulary and use of verbal and nonverbal strategies groups are formed based for best compatibility of speech Travel Group 2:30-3:30 take a virtual vacation every week as group members discuss travel destinations members will discuss destinations, research the spot and present to the group for discussion Brain Games 3:45-4:45 for anyone who wants to keep their brain active focuses on memory, attention, organization and problem-solving other brain skills will be included based on group interest.

TUESDAYS   Selected Topics II 10:30-11:30 for practicing conversational interactions focuses on speech clarity, language use, organization, social interaction, and listening skills at a conversational level Writing Toolbox II 11:45-12:45 for practicing personal writing skills for members who are able to write words and sentences Book Club II 1:15-2:15 read a regular version of a book, or listen to the book on tape discuss the content of the reading or specific assignments average number of pages read per week is 30-50 Rosetta Stone Software Group 1:15-2:15 use Rosetta Stone software as part of a research focus group to gather outcomes sponsored by Rosetta Stone a variety of levels can participate in this group limited to 5 members Number Crunchers 2:30-3:30 for anyone who wants to work on math, numbers and numerical concepts focuses on accurate comprehension and expression of numbers as well as calculations.

WEDNESDAYS   Selected Topics III 10:30-11:30 for practicing conversational interactions focuses on supported conversation of topics of interest uses multi-modal communication (writing, gestures, etc.) strategies Writing Toolbox III 11:45-12:45 for practicing personal writing skills for members who write at the word or short sentence level Reading for Life 1:15-2:15 designed to develop basic reading abilities reading material and activities allow members with limited reading skills to participate and enjoy reading again Total Communication  II 1:15-2:15 for members with apraxia and/or aphasia focus on basic vocabulary and use of verbal and nonverbal strategies groups are formed based for best compatibility of speech VAST 2:30-3:30 for members with apraxia to develop motor movements in words and phrases uses the VAST approach groups are formed based for best compatibility of speech Let's Get Together   2:30-3:30   for members with apraxia and or aphasia promotes social interaction, pragmatics and communication through activities such as games. Meeting of the Minds 2:30-3:30 for members with fluent aphasia focus on auditory comprehension, basic functional communication and social interaction

THURSDAYS   Mind Stretch 10:30 - 11:30 for members with progressive aphasias (PPA) focuses on language strategies, cognitive skills, social interaction, and peer support Computer Group 10:30-11:30 learn the basics of email and internet searching. learn to use templates to help write emails. All Talk 11:45 - 12:45 uses a "constraint induced" format to encourage sentence level speech (no writing or gesturing!) for members who speak primarily in single words Joy of Cooking 1:00-2:30 focuses on reading and following recipes and numerical concepts uses adaptive equipment for one-handed cooking a variety of levels can participate in this group. Current Events 1:00-2:00 Supported conversation and in-depth communication centered on news, current events or social issues that affect participants. A variety of communication levels can participate in this group.

FRIDAYS   12:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M.           New Clients Intakes, Consults, Meetings   Call for an appointment.