--- title: The Lingraphica Blog (4) description: (4) --- 888-274-2742 [![Lingraphica](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Lingraphica_July2016/Images/Lingraphica-logo-white-300x47.png?width=300&height=47&name=Lingraphica-logo-white-300x47.png)](http://aacdevice.aphasia.com/) [![Lingraphica](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/hubfs/Lingraphica_July2016/Images/Lingraphica-logo-white-200x31.png)](http://aacdevice.aphasia.com/) 888-274-2742 [Start a Device Trial](https://aacdevice.aphasia.com/professional-eligibility-check/) # The Lingraphica Blog Get the latest news, updates, and tricks from the Lingraphica team. Our clinical, reimbursement, and marketing teams will bring you the most up-to-date information about aphasia, speech therapy, stroke rehabilitation, and communication disorders. Check back often for new content! [![](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/hubfs/Blog_Meet_Michele_Mazzoni.jpg) ](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/success_story_mazzoni) ## [Success Story: Michele Mazzoni Masters Her MiniTalk with a Familiar Stranger](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/success_story_mazzoni) In July 2005, Michele Mazzoni, had a stroke at age 54. At that time, she worked as a certified nursing assistant at Morristown Memorial Hospital in New Jersey. She lived on her own, as her beloved husband had passed away the year before, and all four of her children were grown. She was diagnosed with aphasia and dysarthria, making it very difficult for her to communicate verbally. Michele received some speech therapy, and she began using a communication device in 2006 to help her interact with others and convey her needs. January 11, 2019 [Aphasia](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/aphasia), [Recovery and Resources](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/recovery-and-resources), [Lingraphica Technology](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/lingraphica-technology) [By Angie Maher](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/author/angie-maher) [![](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/hubfs/blog-files/Blog_TechTalk_2018.jpg) ](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/lingraphica-tech-talk) ## [Lingraphica's Tech Talk](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/lingraphica-tech-talk) We understand that learning about AAC devices and apps isn’t the easiest thing in the world for everyone. If you aren't the super-tech SLP,  have no fear! Lingraphica is here to help! December 7, 2018 [Lingraphica Technology](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/lingraphica-technology) [By Michael Boeri](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/author/michael-boeri) [![](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/hubfs/Holiday-Tips-Sheet-2017-Thumb.png) ](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/holiday_tip_sheet_slp) ## [6 Tips for Navigating the Holidays with Aphasia](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/holiday_tip_sheet_slp) The holiday season has arrived at Lingraphica, and we would like to share a few tips for navigating the holidays with the people living with aphasia or other communication disorders, as well as their loved ones. Keep reading to learn more.                                                                                                  **** December 3, 2018 [Caregiver](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/caregiver), [Aphasia](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/aphasia), [Recovery and Resources](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/recovery-and-resources) [By Michael Boeri](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/author/michael-boeri) [![](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/hubfs/Blog_Nov_2018_Update.jpg) ](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/new-software-updates) ## [Lingraphica Launches New Software Update for Family of Devices](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/new-software-updates) Lingraphica proudly announces our latest updates to our device software! Find out what new features we're bringing to the AllTalk, TouchTalk, and MiniTalk. **** December 3, 2018 [Company News](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/company-news), [Aphasia](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/aphasia), [Lingraphica Technology](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/lingraphica-technology) [By Mary Anne Lang, RN, MSN](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/author/mary-anne-lang-rn-msn) [![](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/hubfs/20181115_095907.jpg) ](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/asha-wrap_up_2018) ## [ASHA Wrap-Up 2018](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/asha-wrap_up_2018)   Just like that, another ASHA conference is over. This year's convention was one for the record books! Over 18,000 attendees braved the Boston cold and snow to attend. The Lingraphica crew was happy to have met so many speech-language pathologists who stopped by the booth to inquire about our products and services. Read on to see what Lingraphica was up to at this year's ASHA conference. November 27, 2018 [Company News](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/company-news), [Aphasia](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/aphasia), [CEUs](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/ceus) [By Michael Boeri](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/author/michael-boeri) [![](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/hubfs/blog-files/Blog_Research_Corner.jpg) ](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/university-of-queensland) ## [Aphasia Study: From the University of Queensland](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/university-of-queensland) Lingraphica Co-founder and Chief Scientist, Dr. Richard Steele, summarizes findings of Australian researchers from the University of Queensland’s School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences and allied Centers report outcome benefits to persons with aphasia (PWA) in the chronic stage who participated in combined group aphasia intervention and networking activities that were delivered remotely via TeleGAIN, a program that supports communication via videoconferencing technologies.  November 23, 2018 [Aphasia](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/aphasia), [Research](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/research) [By Richard Steele, PhD](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/author/richard-steele-phd) [![](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/hubfs/Magee.jpg) ](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/magee-aphasia-support-group) ## [Aphasia Spotlight: Magee Rehabilitation Hospital's Aphasia Community Support Group](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/magee-aphasia-support-group) Dealing with aphasia can be a long, hard road for many. Thankfully, there are organizations dedicated to helping and supporting that journey. Meet the Aphasia Community Support Group at Magee Rehabilitation Hospital in Philadelphia and the services it provides to people who have aphasia. November 9, 2018 [Aphasia](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/aphasia), [Recovery and Resources](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/recovery-and-resources), [Support Groups](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/support-groups) [By Ashley Shapero](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/author/ashley-shapero) [![](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/hubfs/Blog_Kudos_Customers.jpg) ](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/kudos-from-slp-customers-october) ## [Kudos from Customers Like You - October](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/kudos-from-slp-customers-october) We receive feedback from customers who use our apps, online therapy, and devices every day. Here are a few testimonials from people like you about their experience with Lingraphica. November 6, 2018 [Aphasia](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/aphasia), [Lingraphica Technology](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/lingraphica-technology) [By Angie Maher](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/author/angie-maher) [![](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/hubfs/Caregiver%20Awareness%20Month.jpg) ](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/ligraphicas-qualities-of-a-good-caregiver) ## [Lingraphica's Qualities of a Good Caregiver](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/ligraphicas-qualities-of-a-good-caregiver) November is National Caregiver Awareness Month, and here at Lingraphica, we know the important role that caregivers play in the lives of those who have had a stroke. To honor their efforts and labors of love, we offer some insights into what a "good caregiver" looks like to some already in the aphasia caregiving role. Please share this post with the caregivers of your clients who may benefit from it.                                                                                                      **** November 1, 2018 [Caregiver](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/caregiver) [By Angie Maher](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/author/angie-maher) [![](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/hubfs/blog-files/Blog_Research_Corner.jpg) ](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/noun-and-verb-retrieval) ## [Aphasia Study: Noun and Verb Retrieval of Persons with Aphasia](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/noun-and-verb-retrieval) Lingraphica Co-founder and Chief Scientist, Dr. Richard Steele, summarizes findings of Dutch researchers regarding the retrieval of nouns and verbs in persons with aphasia (PWA) based on four factors: word class, age of acquisition, imageability, and word frequency. The goals were to refine and extend findings from previously published studies of factors influencing word retrieval performance in aphasia. October 26, 2018 [Aphasia](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/aphasia), [Research](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/research) [By Richard Steele, PhD](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/author/richard-steele-phd) [Previous](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/page/3) [All Posts](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/all) [Next](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/page/5) ### Recent Posts [Exploring Long-Term Improvement in People with Chronic Aphasia](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/long-term-improvement-in-chronic-aphasia) August 6, 2019 ![Exploring Long-Term Improvement in People with Chronic Aphasia](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/hubfs/blog-files/Blog_Research_Corner.jpg) [Kudos from Customers Like You - June](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/customer-kudos-june-slp) July 8, 2019 ![Kudos from Customers Like You - June](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/hubfs/Blog_Kudos_Customers.jpg) [Aphasia Cruise Tests One SLP’s Knowledge of AAC](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/aphasia-cruise-with-slp-susanne) July 3, 2019 ![Aphasia Cruise Tests One SLP’s Knowledge of AAC](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/hubfs/SLP%20Aphasia%20Cruise%20(1).png) ### Subscribe to Our Blog ### Categories - [Aphasia (94)](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/aphasia) - [Caregiver (13)](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/caregiver) - [CEUs (7)](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/ceus) - [Company News (50)](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/company-news) - [Lingraphica Technology (58)](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/lingraphica-technology) - [Recovery and Resources (51)](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/recovery-and-resources) - [Research (28)](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/research) - [Speech Therapy (31)](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/speech-therapy) - [Speech-Language Pathologist (44)](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/speech-language-pathologist) - [Support Groups (22)](https://slpblog.aphasia.com/topic/support-groups) Search this site on Google Search Copyright 2019 Lingraphica