A driving force
Author: Nicola Clark & Sheena Nineham
Magazine issue: Spring 08
Page numbers: 11-13
Date: 29 February 2008
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Inspired by Connect and the British Aphasiology Society, and dissatisfied with the quality, quantity and equity of local services for people with aphasia, the Portsmouth adult team formed an Aphasia Action Group. It aims to create a communication friendly healthcare culture, promote confidence and enthusiasm among therapists, provide an equitable service and to be respected locally and nationally. The article reviews how far this has been achieved through therapists developing resources, attending in-house workshops, running groups for clients and carers and hosting conferences. Future plans to maintain the momentum include increased opportunity for user involvement in service development.
