We are looking for people to join a research study.

 

The study is called LifeCHAT.

 

The LifeCHAT project is about making a smart phone app to help people manage their own therapy.

 

Here is a link to a Channel 10 news story about LifeCHAT. Click here

 

 

Who can do this study:

 

We are looking for:

 

1. People with aphasia

2. Family members and friends.

 

What is the research about?

 

It can be hard to get enough aphasia therapy.

 

This can be harder after people with aphasia leave hospital to return home.

 

The research team want to work with people with aphasia.

 

They want to find a solution using technology.  

 

 

What does the study involve?

 

 

You will be asked to:

  • Join on online focus group.

  • Share your experiences of doing aphasia therapy at home.

  • People who do this study will receive $40 per hour for up to four (4) hours.

 

Who can join this study?

 

1. People with aphasia who:

 

  • Are over 18 years of age

  • Have had aphasia for more than six (6) months

  • Live at home

 

2. Family members and friends who:

 

  • Are over 18 years of age

  • Have a relative or friend who has had aphasia for more than six (6) months and lives at home  

 

To do this study you must be living in Australia.  

 

To learn more about this study click here:

 https://uniofqueensland.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bdqf2PVp2ZCZKHs

 

 

 

 

To join this study or to ask questions you can contact:

Megan Isaacs

Email: m.isaacs@uq.edu.au

Phone: (07) 3346 6110