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Aphasia-friendly communication toolkit (caregiver printable)

A printable toolkit with short scripts, yes/no strategies, choice boards, and ‘1 idea per line’ guidelines for aphasia-friendly communication.

Recovery & RehabCaregiver, SurvivorIntro8 minPlain (6–8)

Educational only

Educational only — work with SLP for personalized communication strategies.

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If there is sudden new or worsening speech trouble or other stroke-like symptoms: call your local emergency number immediately and note last known well time. If choking or trouble breathing occurs: seek emergency help immediately.

Key takeaways

  • Use yes/no and choice strategies
  • Reduce frustration and time pressure
  • Create a simple home communication plan

Rules that help

  • Slow down
  • One question at a time
  • Give extra time

Yes/No support

  • Confirm understanding
  • Use thumbs up/down

Choices

  • Offer 2–3 options
  • Write options down

Backup modes

  • Gestures
  • Drawing
  • Pictures

Practice check

What you’ll practice

These questions are untimed. After you answer all of them, you’ll see your score and a clear next lesson or reference step.

0 of 2 answered

Question 1

1. A helpful aphasia communication strategy is…

Question 2

2. Offering 2–3 written choices can support communication.

References

  1. Tier 4
    ASHA: Aphasia (overview + communication tips)