Health Professionals and researchers – hear about developments in aphasia research, therapy and tech support to improve the lives of people with aphasia.

Please join us to celebrate the achievements of the Aphasia CRE 2019-2024
Thursday 14^th November 2024  – 9am-5pm
Western Lecture Theatre 2 – La Trobe University – Entry access via North Entry, Carpark 1

Morning tea and lunch included in your free registration.

Register for these events by Friday 1^st November.

Day 1 – Celebrating the Achievements of the Aphasia CRE 2019-2024 -Thurs 14^th Nov

This day is NOT a communicatively accessible / aphasia friendly day however everyone is welcome to attend.

This is a great day for health professionals and researchers to hear about the activities of the NHMRC funded Aphasia CRE. Aphasia researchers from across Australia have been collaborating together, (and with international colleagues), for the last 5 years and we want you to hear about the developments in aphasia research, and the latest in technological support available to improve the lives of people with aphasia. There will be plenty of time for discussion and questions. Refreshments will also be provided.

Speakers will include leaders from the 5 programs of research –

1.Neurobiological and psychosocial predictors of recovery

2.Treatment effectiveness across the continuum of care

3.Technology for healthcare communication and aphasia rehabilitation

4.Optimising mental health and wellbeing in aphasia

5.Aphasia Inclusion Hub – Inclusion of people with aphasia in research

 and hear about specific areas of research including –

•supporting psychological wellbeing of people with aphasia,

•supporting families and children,

•community aphasia group facilitation

•supporting people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

•as well as the latest therapy developments – dose, measurement etc????

•Innovations in tech support and tele health. 

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 Program – Day 1

(inc. accommodation & transport options)