Excellent video David. I wrote on the blog Aphasia Corner. I had a massive stroke at 10 months old. I'm 53 years old now and still have weakness of my right hand and memory loss.
I have a personal connection with David. He is the son of my wife's favorite cousin, and I spent considerable time profiling his comeback for a story in People magazine. It was inspiring to see how hard this little boy, then teen, then man, worked to overcome aphasia, even leaving behind everyone and everything he knew and moving a thousand miles from home to attend the school that could best help him. His mom fought schools and strangers to advocate for David and all aphasia patients.Bravo!
David had severe global aphasia due to a massive stroke due to moyamoya disease and had 2 brain surgeries. He could not read, write, or speak. It took years of hard work and not giving up to come this far. David went to a special boarding school to get the help he needed with tremendous SLP support. He has clocked over 2,000 clinical hours of SLP services over the past 15 years. He still goes to therapy -he is a fighter! By David's Mom Carol
David has been an inspiration to not only those afflicted with aphasia but also speech pathologists. As one of his speech pathologists, he made me try to be a better clinician. We are lucky to have him as an advocate for aphasia victims. I am so proud of you David! HeidiSLP
David's long term perseverance are so inspiring to me and to all fortunate enough to meet and know him. We will continue to hear both his voice and his heart!
Excellent video David. I wrote on the blog Aphasia Corner. I had a massive stroke at 10 months old. I'm 53 years old now and still have weakness of my right hand and memory loss.
RichM58 1 month ago
this is a wonderful video. Thank you for sharing David, you are a true inspiration!
itzazatica 2 months ago
:-) LOVE
StareHamry 3 months ago
Best wishes.
You are brave, brave, brave.
And you talk well.
TroyaE117 6 months ago
Such perseverance, such a fighting spirit. Thank you, David, for sharing your story.
May your continued progress be evident, and may no one ever discount the milestones you've undoubtedly crossed to get this far.
*hugs to you and your family*
LostJedi26 9 months ago
I have a personal connection with David. He is the son of my wife's favorite cousin, and I spent considerable time profiling his comeback for a story in People magazine. It was inspiring to see how hard this little boy, then teen, then man, worked to overcome aphasia, even leaving behind everyone and everything he knew and moving a thousand miles from home to attend the school that could best help him. His mom fought schools and strangers to advocate for David and all aphasia patients.Bravo!
Sptwriter 9 months ago
David had severe global aphasia due to a massive stroke due to moyamoya disease and had 2 brain surgeries. He could not read, write, or speak. It took years of hard work and not giving up to come this far. David went to a special boarding school to get the help he needed with tremendous SLP support. He has clocked over 2,000 clinical hours of SLP services over the past 15 years. He still goes to therapy -he is a fighter! By David's Mom Carol
AphasiaSupport 10 months ago
David has been an inspiration to not only those afflicted with aphasia but also speech pathologists. As one of his speech pathologists, he made me try to be a better clinician. We are lucky to have him as an advocate for aphasia victims. I am so proud of you David! HeidiSLP
Heidi111Ho 10 months ago
David's long term perseverance are so inspiring to me and to all fortunate enough to meet and know him. We will continue to hear both his voice and his heart!
speechlinda 10 months ago
David has made amazing progress. He is a shining example of courage and the human spirit to overcome any obstacles. Keep up the good work!
GoldenEaglesUSA 10 months ago