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Building Community

Amplify is committed to offering community resources accessible to everyone. 

Social engagement reduces our risk of cognitive decline, improves physical and mental wellbeing and offers support to others struggling with a communication or cognitive challenge. 

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Together we can make Lane County a healthier place to live. 

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Aphasia Conversation Group

A free service to the community

Communication is the glue that binds us together in families and communities.

This conversation group is dedicated to revitalizing that connection for individuals living with aphasia. Sessions alternate between hands-on activities and language rich exercises to reinforce keywords and topics from our previous meeting. Whether you've experienced a stroke, brain injury, Parkinson's, or are dealing with a new or long-standing diagnosis, join us in supporting each other’s journey for better communication.

Meetings held the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month from 2 - 3 PM at Campbell Community Center.

Registration is a two-step process. Schedule a 15-30 minute screen with Amplify, then register online with EugeneRec or by calling 541-682-5318 after May 2.

All participants must have a diagnosis of acquired aphasia either documented from a previous medical encounter or by completing a communication screen with Amplify Speech Therapy. 

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Upcoming Presentations

  • BIPOC Panel for CSD students April 25. Returning to support and mentor future Speech Language Pathologists

  • Engage Eugene sponsored by Parkinson's Resources of Oregon. Amplify will present on word finding strategies, a common complaint with Parkinson's. April 27, 2-4 at Campbell Community Center

  • Mind Matters - A Free Memory Workshop. Learn about the types of memory we have and how to improve everyday memory with strategies. June 3 at Campbell Community Center. Registration Opens May 2

  • How Parkinson's Can Affect Communication & Swallowing for Parkinson's Resources of Oregon June 18, 3:30  at Hilyard Community Center. Register for free. 

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Past Community Events

Dementia Documentary & Discussion
Hosted by Amplify Speech Therapy, Alzheimer's Association, AARP Oregon &
UO HEDCO Clinic

The evening was a success! Thank you to our attendees, UO student volunteers, panelists and Campbell Community Center.

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We kicked off the event with a presentation by Lori Stanton of the Alzheimer's Association, followed by the film screening of Keys Bags Names Words then a panel discussion. The panelists consisted of by Dr. McKay Sohlberg a professor and ASHA Fellow renowned for her contribution to cognitive rehabilitation, Lori Stanton, Program Director of Alzheimer's Association Oregon, and Carmen Perez Snyder, Director of Community Outreach for AARP Oregon. 

UO HEDCO and Amplify Speech Therapy teamed up to offer free cognitive screening to the attendees in an effort to reduce risk in our community with early detection and resources.

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Past Presentations

  • Brain Gain: How Social Engagement and Physical Exercise Elevate Cognitive Wellness at Riverbend Stroke Support Group April 3

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