Lois, one of our longest serving volunteers dropped by with her husband Halim who we have supported for many years now. It was a good opportunity to raise awareness of Speakeasy and aphasia as well as trying to encourage people to volunteer with us. It was also a chance to tell …
He has a less common type called Primary Progressive Aphasia. This is a type of degenerative condition which first affects the brain’s language system. Diagnosis and support for people with this type of aphasia varies a lot. Often it is not good enough. Speakeasy, along with Manchester University and others working …