Aphasia and Cognitive Activities on the Internet

English as a Second Language and Learning Disability Materials
When dealing with stroke and aphasia, we found that the English as a second language and learning disabilities resources were as good as or perhaps even better than some of the activities designed for people with aphasia.  You can find learning disabilities resources geared to your particular interests.  The English as second language materials are geared to interests and designed for   adults.  You may want to check out the adult literacy courses in your area.  Some are geared to improve reading and writing skills and others are designed to improve your math skills.

This week, I am going to provide a few different websites:

English as a Second Language Websites 

1. English Express   On this website, you can read articles on your computer screen. You can also print articles. Would you like to listen and read along to articles? Press the listen buttons. Some articles have videos to watch too.  If you want other resources, designed for teachers and tutors click on the menu button on the left for teaching resources and also the resource link button for more teaching resources. 
2. Accidents At Work—this is about worker safety. It is easy to read and has some excellent advice if you are returning to work.
3. Curriculum Express for Parents  Want to know what children need to know by grade level? This website,   for parents who are English language learners, provides the Alberta curriculum for Kindergarten to Grade 3. 

Aphasia Software

1. Parrot Software 
2. Bungalow Software 

Cognitive Training

1. Lumosity – This is their ad: “At Lumos Labs, we believe in improving brains — and lives. That’s why we created the most effective online tool for cognitive enhancement. Drawing on the newest developments in neuroscience, Lumosity.com offers brain training exercises that work. Regardless of your age, Lumosity can make you smarter and more mentally fit. If you want a brighter brain, join Lumosity today.”
2. Posit Science -- This company works with Dr. Merzenich featured in Dr. Norman Doidge’s book about recovering brain function, The Brain That can Change Itself.