12/05/2026
💙 Supporting a loved one with aphasia after a stroke or brain injury is one of the most challenging journeys a family can face.
Aphasia affects a person's ability to speak, understand, read, or write, but it does NOT affect their intelligence. They still know what they want to say. They just need time, patience, and the right support to get there.
Here are 9 simple things you can do at home to help:
1️⃣ Give them time to respond — don't rush or finish their sentences
2️⃣ Speak plainly and simply — short sentences, key words
3️⃣ Avoid rapid questions or topic changes — one thing at a time
4️⃣ Use Yes/No questions as often as possible
5️⃣ Avoid correcting them — encourage the attempt, not perfection
6️⃣ Keep having normal conversations — it matters more than you know
7️⃣ Reduce distractions — turn off the TV, find a quiet space
8️⃣ Be honest if you don't understand — "Let's try again" goes a long way
9️⃣ Use other means of communication — gestures, drawings, AAC apps
Read the full blog for more detail on each tip 👇
🔗 https://nkspeechandaudio.co.za/blog/9-useful-tips-for-helping-a-loved-one-with-aphasia/
At NK Speech Therapy in Benoni, we work closely with patients and their families navigating aphasia recovery. You don't have to do this alone. 💙
📍 Benoni, East Rand
🌐 www.nkspeechandaudio.co.za
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