WHY THIS DOCUMENTARY?

This story is about a devastating condition called Aphasia. 9 out of 10 people have never heard the term “Aphasia.” Yet, all sufferers has had their lives immeasurably changed. Two thirds of stroke victims of all ages have Aphasia.

THE AIM OF THE FILM

Shine a light on Aphasia this a hidden disability that is a devastating condition.

Highlight the lack of support once the rehabilitation is over

Show how charities and the families cope with the long-term effects

How young people with Aphasia deal with it in surprising ways

WHAT IS APHASIA?

Aphasia is an impairment of language, affecting the production or comprehension of speech and the ability to read or write.

Aphasia is always due to injury to the brain – most commonly from a stroke, particularly in older individuals. But brain injuries resulting in Aphasia may also arise from head trauma, from brain tumours, or from infections

There are at least 350,000 people in UK with Aphasia.

THIS FILM WILL HELP

Create greater awareness of Aphasia by bringing it to wider audience

Build a stronger network of support for families and carers