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Project

Communication Bridge: a person-centered internet-based intervention for individuals with primary progressive aphasia

Center:

OR-Oregon Institute on Development & Disability, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2022

Contact Information:

Melanie Fried-Oken
[email protected]
503-494-7587

Project Description:

Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) is a rare form of dementia initially affecting the language networks of the brain. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of speech and language therapy on communication skills in individuals diagnosed with PPA. Care-partners are an essential part of this study and all enrollees must have care-partners available to participate for all speech-language therapy sessions and evaluations. This study uses tele-practice, via Internet videoconferencing, to connect individuals with PPA to speech and language pathologists for treatment. We hope to identify the most effective speech and language therapy strategies for persons living with this neurodegenerative condition.

Keyword(s):

dementia research, speech language therapy, tele-practice

Core Function(s):

Performing Research or Evaluation

Area of Emphasis

Quality of Life

Target Audience:

Professionals and Para-Professionals

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Specific Groups

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

National