Good afternoon,
If you are in or near Melbourne next Thursday, please join us to celebrate 5 years of the Aphasia CRE. We still have some availability for attendees to register for both the day and evening events. Great opportunity for Professional Development.
Please join us to celebrate the achievements of the Aphasia CRE 2019-2024
Thursday 14th November 2024
9am – 5pm
Melbourne – Western Lecture Theatre 2 – La Trobe University, Bundoora – Entry via Carpark 1
Day 1 – Celebrating the Achievements of the Aphasia CRE 2019-2024
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 –
- Neurobiological and psychosocial predictors of recovery
- Treatment effectiveness across the continuum of care
- Technology for healthcare communication and aphasia rehabilitation
- Optimising mental health and wellbeing in aphasia
- Aphasia Inclusion Hub – Inclusion of people with aphasia in research
and hear about specific areas of research including –
- Supporting the psychological wellbeing of people with aphasia
- How to best support children and families of people with aphasia
- Community Aphasia Groups and facilitation
- Supporting people with aphasia from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
- The latest aphasia therapy developments
- Innovations in tech support and tele health for people with aphasia.
(inc. accommodation & transport options)
Register here to attend the daytime event
Morning tea and lunch included in your free registration.
Register by Monday 11th November.
Social Event Invitation – Celebrating the Achievements of the Aphasia CRE 2019-2024
On Thursday evening, we are hosting a cocktail event at Little Henri – 850 High Street, Thornbury (Melbourne). You are welcome to join us for a drink and some tasty treats after the daytime event as we celebrate an amazing 5 years of achievements in aphasia research.