Resources

Stroke

Stroke Foundation – strokefoundation.org.au

Stroke Foundation Australia is a national not-for-profit organisation working to prevent stroke, save lives and support recovery. They raise awareness about stroke, improve access to quality stroke care, fund research, and provide practical support and information for people affected by stroke, their families and carers across Australia.

Enable Me - enableme.org.au

EnableMe is an online platform by the Stroke Foundation that provides trusted information, practical tools and peer support for people affected by stroke. It helps stroke survivors, families and carers understand stroke, navigate recovery, connect with others, and find support to live well after stroke.

Aphasia

Aphasia handbook - Download

Aphasia Handbook provides clear, practical information and support for people living with aphasia, as well as their families and carers.

It helps people to:

• understand what aphasia is

• learn practical communication strategies

• navigate life after stroke

• feel supported and less alone

• access services, resources and further support

The handbook is written in a way that is easy to understand, supportive and practical, with a focus on living well with aphasia.

Carers Australia

Aphasia NZ

Aphasia Access

The Aphasia Research Library - A research platform presented in an aphasia-friendly format

Australian Aphasia Association

• AAA Membership gives people affected by aphasia access to resources, support groups, events, and updates. It helps members connect, learn, and be part of the aphasia community.

Aphasia CRE (Centre for Research Excellence) La Trobe University

• The Aphasia CRE leads national research and innovation to transform aphasia rehabilitation, raise standards of care, and support people to live well with aphasia across Australia. Aphasia CRE provides people with aphasia, families, clinicians and researchers opportunities to get involved through its Community of Practice and research activities.

National Aphasia Association US

• The National Aphasia Association (USA) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting people with aphasia and raising public awareness. It provides education, resources, advocacy, and community connections to help people with aphasia, families, and professionals improve communication, access support, and promote inclusion.

Books - Adults

• Hope After Stroke for Caregivers and Survivors: The holistic guide to getting your life back

Hope After Stroke is a practical and uplifting book by speech-language pathologist Tsgoyna Tanzman that shares real-life stories, guidance and encouragement for people affected by stroke. It offers hope, insight and strategies to support recovery, resilience and life after stroke for survivors, families and carers.

• My Stroke Of Insight: A brain scientist’s personal journey

My Stroke of Insight is a bestselling memoir by neuroscientist Jill Bolte Taylor who shares her personal experience of stroke and recovery. The book offers powerful insight into the brain, stroke survival, and healing, while inspiring hope, understanding and compassion for life after stroke.

• A Stitch Of Time : The year a brain injury changed my language and life

A Stitch of Time is a memoir by Lauren Marks that tells the powerful, personal story and recovery of her stroke as a young woman. The book explores life after stroke, identity, resilience, and the long journey of rehabilitation, offering insight and hope for stroke survivors, families, and health professionals.

Books – Children

• The New Ways We Talk – A Story about a Parent’s Aphasia for Young Children

The New Ways We Talk is a heartfelt picture book by speech-language pathologist Dr Brielle C. Stark that follows Harriet, a young girl whose mum develops aphasia after a stroke. Through creativity, picture boards, and family teamwork, they discover new ways to communicate, celebrating resilience, connection, and alternative communication in a gentle, accessible story for children and families.

• Listen With Your Heart: Helping Kids Understand Stroke and Aphasia

Listen With Your Heart is a book by speech-language pathologist Lisa Samson that supports children and caregivers in understanding and exploring some of the difficult life changes that can arise after stroke and aphasia. You will find discussion questions and conversation starters to help you engage in these challenging topics.

Aphasia Choir

• I Will Sing – Gold Coast – See flyer

• Sing to Beat Aphasia – singtobeataphasia.org.au

Creative Arts

• Ballet for Brain Injury – queenslandballet.com.au/classes/dance-health/ballet-for-brains