Say Aphasia provides vital long-term support for people living with aphasia—a communication disability that can occur after a stroke or brain injury.
While many survivors receive clinical speech and language therapy, they often face a "cliff edge" of isolation once that therapy ends. Our service fills this gap by offering a unique, peer-led model. Our groups are run by people who live with aphasia themselves, creating an environment of immediate empathy where there is no pressure to speak "perfectly."
What we offer:
Weekly & Monthly Drop-ins: Social sessions in relaxed community settings (cafes and resource centres) in Barry, Abergavenny, and Cwmbran.
Online Support: A dedicated Wales Online Group for those who cannot travel or prefer to join from home.
Confidence Building: A safe space to practice communication, share experiences, and make new friends.
Carer Support: Partners and carers are warmly welcomed to attend and find support within our community.
Our goal is to help members regain their social life and independence in a supportive, non-judgmental atmosphere.
Who is this for?
Adults living with aphasia (post-stroke or brain injury).
Family members, partners, and carers of those with aphasia.
Residents across the Vale of Glamorgan, Monmouthshire, and Torfaen.
Referral Information:
We accept self-referrals and professional referrals from GPs, Speech and Language Therapists, and Social Prescribers. Please use our simple online form at: https://www.sayaphasia.org/referrals
Our Local Group Details: Cwmbran (Monthly) When: 1st Tuesday of every month (10:30 am – 12:00 pm) Where: Carro Lounge, 7-49 Gwent Square, Cwmbran, NP44 1PL Link: https://www.sayaphasia.org/cwmbran Barry (Weekly) When: Every Wednesday 10.30 am -12.30 pm) Where: Hen Goleg Resource Centre, College Fields Close, Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, CF62 8LF Abergavenny (Weekly) When: Every Wednesday (10:30 am – 12:00 pm) Where: Emmeline's Tea Room, Unit 3, The Old Police Station, Baker St, NP7 5BB Link: https://www.sayaphasia.org/abergavenny Online Group Wales (Weekly) When: Every Tuesday (except the 1st Tuesday of the month), 10:00 am – 11:00 am Purpose: Ideal for those unable to travel or who prefer to join from home.
Drop in
Self referrral
Agency referral
By appointment only
