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Foundations of Non-verbal Communication in Aphasia for Caregivers

The Role of Nonverbal Communication

Core Nonverbal Modalities: Gesture, Facial Expression, Body Language, and Eye Gaze

Practical Strategies and Tools for Daily Interactions

Augmentative Supports: Pictures, Writing, and Technology Aids

Special Situations and Relationship-Centered Techniques

Handling Stressful Moments, Fatigue, and Time Pressure

Partner Skills: Caregiver Communication Behaviors 

Practice Activities and Course Assessment

Quiz: Nonverbal Communication Strategies 

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Support the person you care for with confidence. Nonverbal Communication Strategies for Caregivers Supporting Aphasia Communication is a practical, research-informed course that shows you exactly how to use gesture, facial expression, body language, eye gaze, and simple tools to make conversations clearer, calmer, and more successful. Whether aphasia affects speaking, understanding, reading, or writing, you will learn ways to reduce effort and frustration while preserving dignity and autonomy. This step-by-step program turns everyday moments—meals, appointments, phone calls—into opportunities for connection. You’ll discover low-tech and high-tech supports, how to model and coach without overwhelming, and how to confirm understanding in respectful, person-first ways. You’ll also build a personalized home plan with checklists, practice scripts, and a communication book tailored to daily life. Designed for family members and professional caregivers, the course balances practical techniques with relationship-centered approaches for stressful moments, fatigue, and time pressure. By the end, you’ll have a toolkit of nonverbal strategies you can use immediately, plus the confidence to adapt them to changing needs.

P 2 Nonverbal Communication Strategies  (Module 3)

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            <p>Effective communication does not rely on words alone. For people living with aphasia, nonverbal strategies—gesture, facial expression, body language, eye gaze, and supportive tools—can make conversations clearer, calmer, and more respectful. This course equips caregivers who are new to aphasia with practical, evidence-informed techniques that reduce frustration for both partners and help preserve dignity and autonomy. Grounded in person-first language and myth-busting insights, the opening section explains why nonverbal communication is essential and how it complements speech to support understanding, connection, and choice-making.</p>

<p>Building from these foundations, the course explores core nonverbal modalities and how to apply them in daily life. Caregivers learn to use simple, meaningful gestures for common needs, enhance messages with facial expression and appropriate eye contact, and manage posture, distance, and pacing to lower cognitive effort. Practical tools follow, from low-tech supports like communication boards, notebooks, photo albums, and rating scales to high-tech options such as speech-generating apps and image libraries. Guidance on selecting relevant vocabulary and introducing tools gradually helps prevent overwhelm and builds confidence over time.</p>

<p>The instructional approach emphasizes modeling, coaching, and confirming understanding without pressure. You will practice pairing simple speech with pointing and gestures, using yes/no or choice frameworks, breaking messages into steps, and applying teach-back techniques that respect the person’s competence. When communication breaks down, repair strategies—rephrasing, writing key words, drawing, or acting out actions—are presented as calm, routine options. Special attention is given to stressful moments, fatigue, and time pressure: you will learn to recognize overload, use time-out signals, prioritize messages, cue turn-taking, and uphold dignity throughout.</p>

<p>To ensure skills transfer to real contexts, the course concludes with applied practice. Role-play scenarios cover meals, medical appointments, phone calls, and emergencies; checklists and daily practice plans support habit building; and step-by-step guidance helps you create a personalized communication book using photos and icons. A brief final quiz consolidates key strategies and partner behaviors—speaking slowly with plain language, focusing on one topic at a time, emphasizing key words, and offering patient, positive feedback without finishing sentences unless invited. By the end, caregivers will have a clear, adaptable toolkit for nonverbal communication that strengthens relationships and makes everyday interactions more successful.</p>
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