by Jonathan | Apr 22, 2026 | Carers Support, Professionals Support
The Long Road Home: Can You Truly Recover From Aphasia? When I first started filming Tip of My Tongue, I was struck by a recurring question from almost everyone I interviewed—the survivors, the partners, the children. It’s the question that hangs in the air during...
by Jonathan | Apr 14, 2026 | Professionals Support
Recent breakthroughs in AI are helping survivors communicate using their own unique sounds and intentions, even when speech is difficult. 1. Apple’s “Personal Voice” (iOS 17 & 26) This is a game-changer for those whose speech may fluctuate or who are...
by Jonathan | Apr 14, 2026 | Carers Support
Many people don’t realise their phones have “hidden” tools that make communicating much easier. Here is how to set them up. 1. Live Captioning (See what people say) This tool turns spoken words into text on your screen in real-time. It is perfect for...
by Jonathan | Apr 3, 2026 | Carers Support
When a loved one has a stroke or brain injury, we naturally look to doctors to “fix” them. This is known as the Medical Model. But once rehab ends and life at home begins, many families find more success using the Social Model. 1. Medical Model vs. Social...
by Jonathan | Apr 3, 2026 | Professionals Support
When speech is a struggle, music and art provide a powerful way to express your emotions, process trauma, and rebuild your confidence. 1. Music Therapy Music is processed in many different parts of the brain, often bypassing the areas damaged by a stroke. This is why...
