Community and Connecting:
Current Aphasia Groups
At Aphasia Connect, we recognise that social connection and community are closely linked to quality of life and overall well-being. As social beings, we naturally seek shared experiences and connections, especially during times of change.
Our community aphasia groups are open to all people with aphasia and their families – you don’t have to be a client to join. These groups provide a welcoming space to meet others, share stories and explore common interests.
We partner with local community groups to offer activities that foster creative and mind-body expression.
Social Connection and Coffee Group - Free
Aphasia Connect warmly welcomes people with aphasia, family, friends and carers to connect and chat in a relaxed, community-based garden nursery setting.
Held monthly
In-person
No cost to attend
Speech pathology support available.
APHASIA FRIENDLY BOOKCLUB – Starting in July 2026
Our Aphasia Friendly Bookclub offers a relaxed, aphasia-inclusive space to enjoy reading for pleasure, discussion, and social connection. This group is facilitated by speech pathologist Jules Sax.
Support in the group includes:
Aphasia-friendly chapter summaries
Guided discussion questions
Use of pictures and graphics
Group Details:
A program fee applies.
Participants purchase their own paper book and/or audio book.
Before the group begins, participants attend a free online or phone chat with the speech pathologist to discuss communication support needs.
Costs are shared between participants.
Community-Based Activities – Coming Soon
Aphasia Connect partners with local community groups to support aphasia-inclusive activities such as music, art, and yoga, that promote creative expression and social engagement.
Raising awareness, removing barriers, and creating opportunities for people with aphasia to be involved.