by Admin | Jun 15, 2022 | 2022, Past Events
2022 Annual Summer PicnicAfter a two year hiatus, our members were finally able to gather in person on June 5 for our Annual Summer Picnic at Lake Fairfax Park. This picnic was bigger and better than ever. We had over 100 members, friends, family members, and SCC team...by Admin | May 27, 2022 | 2022, Past Events
2022 Do More 24Together we raised over $80,000 and took the top spot on the Do More 24 Leaderboard!Thank you to all 600+ of you who gave generously during the campaign, and to everyone who shared our message and encouraged others to donate.We’d like to extend a...by Admin | Oct 28, 2021 | 2021, Past Events
2021 Stroke Comeback Trail Once again our community came together to support stroke survivors and families on the long road to recovery. This year’s Stroke Comeback Trail had over 200 participants ages 1 to 91 years old from 18 states and our first international...by Admin | Oct 14, 2021 | 2021, Past Events
2021 Benefit of ChocolateWe were thrilled to once again host our annual gala, The Benefit of Chocolate! 75+ guests gathered on Thursday, October 14th at Columbia Country Club in Chevy Chase, MD to enjoy cocktails, delicious hors d’oeuvres, delightful chocolate...by Admin | Oct 6, 2021 | 2021, Past Events
2021 Kalikie ClassicDespite the pandemic, we were able to safely host the 13th Annual Kalikie Classic Golf Tournament at Raspberry Falls Golf and Hunt Club on October 6th, after being washed out on September 22nd! Our golfers managed to elude the rain on the new date...by Amy | May 19, 2021 | 2021, Past Events
2021 Do More 24 Thank you to the 600+ donors who made Do More 24 2021 a tremendous success. Together we raised over $70,000 and took the top spot on the Do More 24 Leaderboard! Every donation ensures that we can stay true to our mission of providing support to ALL...Stroke Comeback Center depends on private donors to keep the doors open. Our regular fee for members covers only 50% of our costs to provide quality programs. Over 25% of our members attend at a reduced fee.
Stroke Comeback Center 2022 — Skytemple
This class will improve your ability to spontaneously discuss ideas and practice public speaking skills. This group is for members who want to challenge their language with impromptu discussions of member-selected material from sources such as news articles, podcasts, and TED Talks.
Gentle/adaptive yoga class designed for participants with mobility challenges. Our skilled instructor gets to know each member and will meet you where you are in your yoga practice.
Use pictures that you take weekly as a basis for discussion. All communication abilities welcome!
Members will practice expressive and receptive spelling skills in both written and verbal formats.
For members with apraxia of speech or dysarthria who want to improve articulation and intelligibility. Use Video Assisted Speech Technology (VAST TM) and Mind Over Matter program to work on motor planning.
Group focuses on speech clarity, language use, word retrieval, social interaction, and listening skills at a conversational level.
Group focuses on speech clarity, language use, word retrieval, social interaction, and listening skills at a functional level.
Group focuses on supported conversation of topics of interest using multi-modal communication (writing, gestures, etc.) strategies.
Group focuses on supported conversation of topics of interest using multi-modal communication (writing, gestures, etc.) strategies.
Use your digital camera to photograph and share life events. Focus on presentation and discussion of everyday events using your pictures as support.
Use your iPad or tablet to help you speak, read, and write. For beginner users with significant aphasia and/or apraxia.
Practice communication, comprehension and number skills by playing the Price is Right!
This group is for developing basic reading abilities. Reading material and activities allow members with limited reading skills to participate and enjoy reading again.
For members with apraxia of speech. Introduction to Video Assisted Speech Technology (VAST™) on your iPod, iPhone or iPad in a sequential motor planning program for beginning users.
For members with apraxia of speech. Use Video Assisted Speech Technology (VAST™) on your iPod, iPhone or iPad in a sequential motor planning program.
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