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Do you or someone you know have Primary Progressive Aphasia?

Calling all family, caregivers of, and those with PPA:

Are you struggling to:

  • Communicate and make meaningful connections

  • Find access to speech therapy and supports

  • Understand the diagnosis, its variants, and know what to expect

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Calling all Speech Pathologists and Medical Professionals:

Are you struggling to:

  • Make progress or impacts in therapy with those with PPA

  • Justify seeing clientele with PPA for insurance reimbursement 

  • Understand the different variants and treatments for each

  • Know how a speech pathologist can make a difference with a progressive disorder

  • Find professional development hours on PPA

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​Find Clarity, Improve Connection, and Empower yourself with solutions.

I see you and the obstacles you are facing.

In my 10+ years of being a speech therapist, the clientele with PPA have had the most impact on me. I have deep respect and compassion for those with PPA and their families.  Those with PPA are facing the uncertainty of this diagnosis, navigating role changes, and showing courage in the face of this unpredictable path. 

 

You are not alone!

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PPA is confusing to understand due to the complexity, variants, and progressive nature.  It can even be difficult for the speech therapist to understand and determine the right therapies. I've been there!

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You may be asking yourself:

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  •  WHY is this is happening?

  • Are there actual solutions?

  • How do I share this news with family or friends?

  • What are the variants/subtypes and WHY does it matter?

  • How will I communicate 10 years from now

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Feel more prepared and empowered.

EMPOWERED​

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Walk away understanding PPA, the different subtypes, and how to explain it. Deliver therapeutic techniques with more confidence.

Approachable​

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Complex topics will be made simple and practical. Learn from a Speech-Pathologist who has provided compassionate therapy to countless families.

ACCESSIBLE​

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Have the tools, strategies, and evidence-based therapies all in one place. The course is presented in a guided format for easy use in the home and speech therapy clinic.

HOPEFUL

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There is another way to live with PPA. Maintain your personhood, inspire connection, and have a voice in future planning.

Introducing:

Connections within Primary Progressive Aphasia

 

A Practical Guide for learning about PPA, exploring the communication barriers and compassionate solutions

 

Helping those with PPA and their support networks, including SLPs to improve daily communication, reduce stress and uncertainty, and create joy and connection through a guided implementation program using innovative and evidence-based communication tools and strategies.  

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Spouses, Friends, Individuals with PPA, and Speech Therapists- This Connections Course will be taught by Holly Ambrozi, certified and licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. This is a two-hour, self-paced course including four video modules, downloadable forms and resources for you to implement at home or in a clinic. Professional development certification available upon request.

Join Today!

Course opens 10-18-24

 

$74

Hi, I’m Holly Ambrozi

Hi there! I am Holly Ambrozi, a speech-therapist of 10+ years who is passionate about helping people live their best life and retain their personhood in the face of life-altering situations. Finding what someone's strengths are, personalizing their goals, and supporting their communication partners is crucial for success in therapy and daily communication.

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In my free time, I enjoy watercolor, yoga, hiking in my state of Colorado, listening to podcasts, baking, and spending time with my husband and two boys.

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Are you ready for improved communication and connections, with a plan for the future?

$ 74

Here’s what we’ll cover in the course:
MODULE 1
Introduction & Overview of Course 
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  • Overview of the course content

  • View learning objectives

  • Explain how different audiences can use the guided course for home practice, therapy exercises, or training other support teams

  • Module 1 available 10-18-24 along with all course forms/downloads

MODULE 2
Primary Progressive Aphasia Education​
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  • Learn how to explain PPA to others

  • Identify how symptoms differ in each subtype/variant and how this impacts therapy and communication approaches

  • Understand underlying diseases

  • Available to view on Nov 1

MODULE 3
Therapy Techniques
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  • Types of Speech Therapy for PPA

  • Learn evidence-based speech therapy interventions specifically for PPA and how they may be implemented differently between variants

  • Use 3-step process for implementing at home or clinic (Learn, Watch, Do)

  • Learn by video, slides, demonstrations, and printable or readable forms. You will then practice carrying out the strategies.

  • Available to view on Nov 1

MODULE 4
Preserving Personhood
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  • Learn alternative ways of connecting through nonverbal activities

  • Creating visions for connection instead of rigid outcomes for speech only

  • Future planning and supports

  • Available to view on Nov 1

PLUS, you’ll get this amazing bonus for FREE… 

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  • Downloadable resources including home exercise and therapy/clinic handouts (valued at $50.00)

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Let’s experience this outcome! Find everything about PPA all in one place.

Join Connections with Primary Progressive Aphasia.

Begin learning Oct 18, 2024.

Recap

With this course, you will be watching 2.25 hours of self-paced video modules and have downloadable access to my written resources for you to use for a home exercise program. Professional Development certificate upon request.​​

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You get all this for just…

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$74

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Questions?

How long is this course and how do I access it?​

This is a 2.25-hour self-paced course on the Teachable website. You can stop and start it or skip forward as much as you like. 

Is this course applicable to those with PPA in the later stages?​

Yes, this course also addresses why and how speech therapists are needed in the later stages.

How can a speech therapist use this course for their practice?​

This course provides you with home exercise information in a practical, guided way for your clientele. It splits the evidence into sub-types. It teaches you how to justify seeing someone with a progressive disorder for therapy. 

What AAC (alternative and augmentative communication) information is included?

Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) is a highly specialized area within the field of speech language pathology. In the course, you will learn a foundational knowledge base about AAC including options you can access now or funded devices you could get through insurance. I will be demonstrating how to use an AAC device and the benefits. If you are interested in learning more in depth information on AAC assessment and insurance funding, please reach out and I can offer you my AAC bonus lesson for a discounted rate (along with the purchase of the PPA Connections Course).

Why is the first module and handouts available on 10-18, and the rest available on 11-1?

When viewing complex course material, this type of content delivery called "drip delivery" allows for a gradual release of course materials, which can enhance the learning experience and create structure rather than simultaneously releasing everything which can be overwhelming.

How do I obtain professional development for the course?​

Email slp.ambrozi@peakspeechtherapy.com in order to request the google form/quiz. This will be sent to your email via a link. Once complete, and passed with 90% accy, you will receive a PD certificate.

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