Helping People with Aphasia Build Confidence, Enjoy Conversation, Gain Support and Find Connection.
What is Aphasia?
Aphasia is a language disorder that affects the ability to speak, read, write, and understand what others are saying. It is caused by stroke, brain injury or some progressive neurological disorders. It does not affect intelligence. The inability to communicate can cause devastating isolation. Aphasia can turn someone’s life upside down by making daily tasks such as ordering food, sharing an opinion, making a phone call, watching television, reading the mail or writing a grocery list very challenging. MnCAN provides a place people living with aphasia to gather together and enjoy conversation in a supportive environment.
How can MnCAN help?
MnCAN is a non-profit organization that offers programs and support for people living with aphasia. We offer a safe place to practice conversational speech, learn new skills and strategies, develop supportive relationships, and set new goals to participate in life. MnCAN also offers support to family and friends of those supporting a person with aphasia.
