Aphasia Access

What Aphasia Access does

Aphasia Access is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization founded in 2014 and headquartered in Alexandria, VA, with a staff of 1-10 employees. It operates as the leading membership and convening body for the Life Participation Approach to Aphasia (LPAA), serving speech-language pathologists, researchers, professors, students, and aphasia advocates. The organization's core products and assets include the LPAA framework and A-FROM model (proprietary clinical frameworks), certified LPAA training programs (certificate courses), the LIV Cards clinical tool ($185-$225), the It's Still Me DVD, the State of Aphasia Report (with international Volume 2), and an annual Leadership Summit ($200-$450 registration) along with periodic Chautauqua workshops ($29-$149). The organization also curates digital content such as the LPAA Core Values video series, funded by the Robert & Joan Dircks Foundation.

Aphasia Access generates revenue through a diversified nonprofit model combining individual memberships ($175/year), student memberships ($10/year), group memberships ($600+ for 5), event and summit registration fees, sales of clinical and educational products, certificate course fees, donations, and foundation grants. Its go-to-market relies on convening power (annual summits, Chautauqua workshops, Communities of Practice launching 2026), strategic partnerships (Stroke Onward for the Identity & Impact Award; Cognitive Concierge for the Aphasia Resource Kit; Tavistock Trust for the Distinguished Scholar Award since 2019), and grant-funded content production. The organization positions itself as both a professional association and an educational publisher within the aphasia care community, with multi-year planning horizons evidenced by the 2027 Leadership Summit announcement and ongoing international programmatic reach.

Name

Aphasia Access

Legal name

Aphasia Access

Website

https://aphasiaaccess.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Aphasia Access is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit membership organization founded in 2014 that serves speech-language pathologists, researchers, and advocates through the Life Participation Approach to Aphasia (LPAA), offering memberships, summits, certified training, and clinical resources.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Speech-Language Pathology Professional Education

NAICS

Business Associations (813910), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

AAC (Augmentative & Alternative Communication) & Speech/Language Therapy Tech (EDAFAKAB)

Keywords

• Aphasia care education
• Speech-language pathology
• Continuing education
• Professional membership
• Clinical training

Headquarters

HQ city

Alexandria

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees provide the primary recurring revenue stream. Individual memberships at $175/year, group memberships starting at $600/year for 5 members, and student memberships at $10/year. Members receive CEUs, certificates, eBadges, access to Academy resources, networking events, and member discounts on learning events.
2. Event Registrations: Revenue from Leadership Summits ($400-$450 for individual, $200 for students), Chautauqua events ($79-$149), Fireside Chats, Virtual Brag & Steal sessions, and ASHA Breakfast events. Registration fees vary by member status and event type.
3. Product Sales: Sale of physical and digital products including LIV Cards ($185 for domestic, $225 international), It's Still Me DVD, and State of Aphasia Report publications. Cognitive Concierge resource kits also generate revenue with 25% donated back to Aphasia Access.
4. Certificate Course Fees: Revenue from LPAA Certificate Courses offering CEU credits. Courses include LPAA Knowledge Badge and LPAA Practice Certificate Course that help settings meet communication access mandates.
5. Donations and Grants: Tax-deductible donations from individuals and organizations. Supported by Robert & Joan Dircks Foundation for LPAA Core Values video series. Organization is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization with EIN 46-5220980.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Aphasia Access operates a professional membership association that delivers education, training, and resources built around the Life Participation Approach to Aphasia (LPAA). It offers paid certificate courses, conferences, downloadable and physical products (such as LIV Cards, the It's Still Me DVD, and the State of Aphasia Report), and an online Academy platform for speech-language pathologists, researchers, and advocates supporting people with aphasia.

Product overview

Aphasia Access is a professional membership organization offering a comprehensive suite of educational products and services centered on the Life Participation Approach to Aphasia (LPAA). The portfolio includes LPAA Certificate Courses (offering CEUs, eBadges, and certificates), the Life Interest and Value (LIV) Cards (a tangible communication tool), the Aphasia Resource Kit from Cognitive Concierge (downloadable materials), the 'It's Still Me DVD' (patient/family educational guide), Academic Modules (curriculum for university faculty), the Aphasia Access Conversations Podcast, Training Videos (LPAA 101 and Communication Access series), the State of Aphasia Report (research publication), and the Identity & Impact Award (recognition program). The organization also hosts recurring events including the annual Leadership Summit, Chautauqua virtual conferences, Fireside Chats, and Communities of Practice. These offerings work together to equip speech-language pathologists and professionals with training, resources, community, and advocacy tools for delivering person-centered aphasia care.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• LPAA Certificate Courses: Person-centered assessment, treatment, and collaborative goal setting courses for people with aphasia
• Aphasia Access Academy
• Life Interest and Value (LIV) Cards
• It's Still Me DVD
• Communication Access
• Identity & Impact Award
• Aphasia Access Conversations Podcast
• Aphasia Access Leadership Summit

Products and services

• Aphasia Access Membership Annual professional membership for speech-language pathologists, researchers, professors, and advocates that includes CEUs, certificates, eBadges, Academy resources, networking events, and member discounts on learning events. Individual ($175/year), group ($600-$1,700/year), and student ($10/year) tiers available.
• LPAA Certificate Courses Interactive, self-paced online courses covering person-centered assessment, treatment, and collaborative goal setting for people with aphasia. Earns participants an LPAA certificate, eBadge, and ASHA CEU credits. Includes the LPAA Knowledge Badge and LPAA Practice Certificate Course.
• Leadership Summit Annual educational networking conference for professionals in aphasia care, featuring presentations, symposia, round tables, and brag & steal sessions. 2025 event held in Pittsburgh (April 3-5); 2027 event scheduled for Louisville, KY (March 11-13). Registration fees $200-$450.
• Chautauqua Virtual Event Virtual educational gathering blending education, inspiration, and community dialogue for speech-language pathologists, researchers, professors, and allied professionals committed to the LPAA. Registration fees $29-$149 depending on attendee type.
• Life Interest and Value (LIV) Cards Physical communication resource kit with 95 durable activity cards, 8 symbol cards, 11 emotion cards, 7 adaptation cards, and 6 composite conversation category cards for direct interaction with people living with aphasia. Sold at $185 domestic and $225 international with $20 member discount.
• It's Still Me DVD 17-minute educational DVD guide narrated by Allison Janney for people with aphasia and their loved ones, explaining what aphasia is, brain function facts, how it feels to have aphasia, and communication strategies without words.
• State of Aphasia Report Comprehensive two-volume publication providing statistics, compelling stories, and analysis of the state of aphasia care in North America (Volume 1) and worldwide (Volume 2). Available for purchase; includes review of research addressing gap areas.
• Academic Modules Four-part downloadable academic curriculum to help communication disorders faculty introduce the Life Participation Approach to Aphasia into student training. Covers evidence for LPAA, key elements for implementation, assessment, and intervention.
• Aphasia Resource Kit - Cognitive Concierge Downloadable kit including handouts, signage, and customizable aphasia tools for SLPs, OTs, university clinics, rehab centers, and families. Co-developed with Cognitive Concierge; 25% of each purchase is donated back to Aphasia Access.

Quantifiable outcome

• 74 presenters from seven countries participated in 24-hour virtual global teach-in in June 2020, delivering 58 talks
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Stroke OnwardcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerStroke Onward partnered with Aphasia Access to create the Identity & Impact Award, recognizing identity and inspiring progress for people with aphasia. Stroke Onward presents the Stroke Monologues at the annual Leadership Summit. This partnership combines advocacy for stroke survivors' emotional journey and identity rebuilding with Aphasia Access's professional community focus.
• Cognitive ConciergecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCognitive Concierge partnered with Aphasia Access to create an Aphasia Resource Kit as part of Cognitive Concierge's series of resource kits. Aphasia Access members receive 25% discount using code 'aphasiaaccess' and 25% of purchase is donated to Aphasia Access. Kits include handouts, signage, and customizable aphasia tools for SLPs, OTs, university clinics, rehab centers, and families.
• Buzzco ProductionsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBuzzco produced the 'It's Still Me' DVD guide for people with aphasia and their loved ones. Collaborated with Allison Janney as narrator and Marc Black and Candy who wrote and scored the theme song 'Heart to Heart.'
• 2025 Leadership Summit Sponsors (Brooks Rehabilitation, Lingraphica, MedBridge, Constant Therapy, MedConcerns, Honeycomb Speech Therapy, Cognitive Concierge)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerMultiple sponsors supported the 2025 Leadership Summit in Pittsburgh including Brooks Rehabilitation, Lingraphica, MedBridge, Constant Therapy Health, MedConcerns App, Honeycomb Speech Therapy, and Cognitive Concierge. Sponsors receive visibility at event and promotional placement in conference materials.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• MedBridge: Allied-health professional education and patient-engagement platform offering SLP CEUs at scale. Comparable as a recurring Aphasia Access sponsor and a broader alternative for clinician CEU spending.
• Lingraphica: U.S. company offering AAC devices, apps, and therapy resources for people with aphasia. Comparable as a commercial AAC/aphasia-tools provider and as a recurring Aphasia Access Leadership Summit sponsor.
• American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA): The largest U.S. professional association for SLPs, audiologists, and speech/language scientists. Overlaps with Aphasia Access on CEU provision, member dues model, and ASHA convention presence (Aphasia Access hosts an ASHA Breakfast).

Direct peers

• Stroke Onward: U.S. nonprofit supporting stroke survivors' identity and emotional recovery. Directly comparable as a partner advocacy nonprofit; co-developed the Identity & Impact Award with Aphasia Access and presents at the Leadership Summit.
• Aphasia Institute: Canadian nonprofit community aphasia center that develops and disseminates person-centered communication-access approaches. Directly comparable LPAA-style program delivery and clinical training ethos.
• National Aphasia Association: U.S. nonprofit mission-aligned with Aphasia Access on aphasia awareness, advocacy, and resources for people with aphasia and their families. Direct comparable as a disease-focused membership/advocacy nonprofit in the same patient population.
• Adler Aphasia Center: Community aphasia center in New Jersey delivering LPAA-aligned group programs. Direct comparable as a community-based aphasia services provider cited by Aphasia Access as a member/partner center.
• Tavistock Trust for Aphasia: U.K.-based charity funding aphasia research and quality-of-life initiatives. Directly comparable as an aphasia-focused grantmaker; long-running awards partner with Aphasia Access (Tavistock Trust Distinguished Scholar Award).

Emerging players

• Constant Therapy Health: Digital cognitive and speech therapy platform used by SLPs with aphasia and TBI patients. Comparable as an Aphasia Access Leadership Summit sponsor with overlapping clinician buyer.

Regional players

• Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC): Canadian national professional association for SLPs and audiologists. Comparable as a regional professional membership body serving an overlapping Canadian clinician audience that Aphasia Access also targets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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