Episode #39 - In Conversation with Jerome Kaplan

Ellen Bernstein-Ellis, Co-director of the Aphasia Treatment Program at Cal State East Bay speaks with Jerry Kaplan about the history, structure, and future of the Boston University Aphasia Community Group.  Jerome Kaplan received his B.A. from the State University of New York at Albany and his M.A. from New York University. Now in his fiftieth year as a practicing SLP, Jerry has worked in academic, medical, rehabilitation, and research settings as well as in private practice. Founder of the Aphasia Community Group of Boston, now in its 30th year, Jerry has advocated for aphasia awareness and education through diverse and innovative programs, collaborating with noted actors, artists, filmmakers, and musicians. He has presented at the Academy of Rehabilitation Medicine, National Aphasia Association, and ASHA Conferences. He is the recipient of the Partners Health Care Community Service Award and the Aphasia Access Innovator Award.  In today’s episode you will:  Learn about the structure and flow of a monthly three-hour aphasia community support group Learn about four special events that are yearly highlights on an aphasia community group's calendar Discover some tips for preparing guest speakers to present to aphasia community groups Gain insight on how commitment and collaboration are key elements to starting an aphasia community group  Download the Full Show Notes