Aphasia ID Card
The National Aphasia Association and the American Stroke Association have teamed up to create an aphasia ID card for you or your loved one with aphasia.
An aphasia ID card is a simple yet powerful tool to improve the daily interactions of people living with aphasia.
Personalize and download your aphasia ID card.
Personalize and download your aphasia ID card.
Fill out the form and click ‘Submit.’ Once you do, your personalized aphasia ID card PDF will be created and available for download on this page.
Carrying an aphasia ID card in your wallet, your car or your pocket can be helpful for several reasons:
- Communication support and assistance: An aphasia ID card clearly reveals that you have a speech or language disorder. This can help others understand why you might have difficulty communicating.
- Emergency situations: In emergencies, an aphasia ID card can inform first responders or medical personnel about your condition. This can help make sure that you receive appropriate care and understanding.
- Social interactions: The ID card can help make social interactions smoother by setting the expectation that you may need extra time or alternative methods to communicate effectively. This ID card even shares what tools or strategies may be helpful!
- Reducing frustration: Having an explanation of aphasia on an ID card can reduce frustration for both you and those you interact with since it provides immediate information about communication challenges.
- Advocacy and awareness: Carrying an aphasia ID card helps raise awareness about the condition and can encourage empathy and patience from others. Aphasia awareness is key!
The American Stroke Association is collaborating with the National Aphasia Association to help stroke survivors and caregivers beat aphasia.