Organization: Halton-Peel Community Aphasia Programs (H-PCAP)
Description of Services: Provides conversation group therapy for adults with aphasia and other communication disorders * sessions are facilitated by Speech-Language Pathologists and Communicative Disorders Assistants with support from a Social Worker * group members actively participate in conversation using a variety of communication strategies * virtual programs available

A typical session may include:
  • discussing current events and expressing opinions
  • sharing life stories and events
  • activities that focus on functional conversation skills using a variety of modes including speech, gestures, facial expression, writing, drawing and reading to more effectively express and understand messages in conversation
  • supporting one another to develop skill and confidence in communicating

Aphasia is an acquired language disorder, most often caused by stroke, brain injury or brain illness, that affects a person's ability to communicate * aphasia does not affect intelligence

Services and Programs:
Requirements
Fees: Varies by program * inquire via phone
Eligibility - Population(s) Served: Varied types/severity of aphasia due to stroke or brain injury, e.g., Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA), tumor * individuals must be medically stable and living in the community * willingness to participate in supportive conversation groups * demonstrate appropriate behaviour in a social group setting * no/minimal cognitive difficulties * client care needs (i.e., toileting, feeding, and transportation) are met by client or caregiver * access to a computer or tablet and internet for virtual services
Application: Self-referral, healthcare professionals, community agencies, family members, caregivers, friends * fill out referral form (online) or fax to 365-601-1690
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible      Wheelchair Accessible
Languages: English
Area(s) Served: Brampton, Burlington, Milton, Mississauga, and Oakville
Contact Information
Phone Numbers: 905-875-8474
Fax: 365-601-1690
Email: info@h-pcap.com
Website: www.h-pcap.com
Address: 845 Harrington Crt, Unit 200B
Burlington, ON
L7N 3P3
Map
Intersection: Harvester Rd and Harrington Crt
Location: Burlington (Dynes)
Hours: Hours vary per program and location * call to confirm
Executives: Nadia Shah - Interim Chair/President
Contacts: Vanessa Rotundo - Program Coordinator
vanessa@evergreen-therapy.ca

About Us

To enhance the communication skills and quality of life for people with aphasia using a Life Participation Approach to Aphasia (LPAA), taking into account the clients’ perspective and current communication abilities


This information is provided by thehealthline.ca. It was last completely updated on: 8/10/2026