Hello MnCAN Community,

Spring is in the air!  We are excited for nicer weather and seeing you more.

We have a few social events this spring, details are below. We hope to see you there! 

All of our best to you,

Angie Maier and Jessica Wald,

MnCAN Executive Directors

 

MnCAN Directors Angie Maier and Jessica Wald, along with board member, Jeannie Bridgeman, and volunteer, Sharon Braden, had the opportunity to attend the quarterly meeting of the Power of 100 Twin Cities in March.

Jeannie shared a moving testimonial about how MnCAN has influenced her life with aphasia. She conveyed to the group that after her stroke, she was felt her voice was trapped in her mind and she would lose her ability to communicate. With the support and encouragement from her aphasia community, she gained the confidence to express herself and advocate for others with aphasia. The audience gave Jeannie a standing ovation for her brave and courageous journey with aphasia. 

A special thanks Power of 100 Women Twin Cities for the very generous donation. 

Aphasia is a loss of language, not a loss of intellect. Aphasia may be caused by damage to the brain or a progressive disease; both can impair cognitive processes at the same time.

Cognitive changes that MAY accompany aphasia include: attention, problem solving, reasoning, or memory difficulties.

The person with aphasia MAY experience new or enhanced emotions including: irritability, anger, difficulty controlling emotions, lack of motivation or interest, impulsivity, depression, or anxiety.

Navigating these changes is not easy for the person who has aphasia or family and friends. It can be confusing and frustrating.  Talking to trained professionals about these changes can help provide support and resources to manage this new territory.  

If you or your loved one is struggling, please reach out so we can connect you with resources for support. You are not alone. The MnCAN webpage has an updated list of resources for persons with aphasia and care partners looking for additional support: 

MnCAN Information for Care Partners: https://mncan.org/for-care-partners/

MnCAN Information for Persons with Aphasia: https://mncan.org/for-people-with-aphasia/

Download a printable handout from the American Stroke Association: Changes Cause by Stroke printable handout

  • The MnCAN 12-week Winter/Spring session is halfway complete! We have a record number of participants in programs already this year and look forward to future growth to meet the needs of this community.
  • Are you age 55 or younger and living with aphasia?  If so, we invite you to respond to a short survey. We have ideas for something NEW and want to hear from YOU. Click here for a short survey
    • If you know someone who is 55 or younger living with aphasia and think they might benefit from connecting with others on a similar journey, we would also invite you to complete the survey or email us at contact@mncan.org. 

What year did you join MNCAN?

Fall of 2022

What are your hobbies and interests?

Watching sports, playing games, and cutting hair

What do you enjoy most about MNCAN?

Meeting new friends, getting assistance with talking, and laughing with everyone.

What do you want people to know about aphasia?

It is difficult, but I appreciate when people take the time to help and listen.

Interested in participating in aphasia research? 

The Minneapolis VA Medical Center has a current research study open to adults with aphasia.

If you would like more information, please email us for more details. 

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