My Aphasia Story

I was first diagnosed with PPA in 2019. I got a second opinion in 2021 because I had gotten worse and my language and handwriting had gotten worse.
I told my sons and family, because Juli, my speech language, pathologist, said family can help! She met with my sons and me through zoom and taught me many strategies.
I moved from my home to a CCRC provides me with activities and people.
This is my 75th birthday in2022. I am very happy here and I am new Ann

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