The Cummings Centre offers programs designed for the individual with this language impairment caused by stroke and brain injury (Aphasia) and dementia and Alzheimer’s (Progressive Primary Aphasia). Programs help individuals to regain the confidence to interact with others while working on speech, sequencing and short term memory.
SING ME YOUR STORY
Personal expression is encouraged in this class which Includes music and vocal components. Targets issues of sequencing and short-term memory.
SUPPORTED CONVERSATION AND SOCIAL PROGRAM
Regain the confidence to interact with others. This highly social program includes a variety of activities that encourage conversation and social communication.
TAI CHI
Develop strength, balance, and coordination. Improve mental focus and agility. Movements flow with grace and fluidity.
ART CLASSES
Explore various art media such as paint, pastel, and mixed media to encourage creative expression as part of the recovery process. Materials included.
POST-STROKE EXERCISE CLASS
A post-rehab class to provide a functional type of workout focused on retraining the weakened side of the body.
Sponsored by the Maurice Pollack Foundation