AphasiaNZ
AphasiaNZ needs your support. We are a NZ-wide charity which receives no government funding.
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Aphasia literally means 'absence of words'. Aphasia is the term used when a person develops language difficulties after damage to the language area of the brain. This can affect talking, understanding conversation, reading and writing. Imagine being unable to order a coffee in a cafe, or struggle to go to the post shop or bank because you can't get your words out...this is the reality for people with aphasia.
Aphasia is more common than Parkinson's disease. At least 28,000 New Zealanders have stroke-acquired aphasia. Thousands more have aphasia because of a head injury, such as a car accident or sporting accident, because of a brain tumour or because of brain disease.
AphasiaNZ has a team of Community Aphasia Advisors around the country who offer home visits, run Kōrero Clubs and provide workshops in the community. Our mission is to empower people with aphasia to participate in their communities.
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Aphasia New Zealand (AphasiaNZ) Charitable Trust provides support, resources, practical help and information to anyone affected by aphasia in New Zealand. This includes family, friends, and those who provide care, as well as the person with aphasia.
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