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Applying the principles of peer mentorship in persons with aphasia
1National Rehabilitation Hospital, Washington, DC, USA.
Abstract:
The concept of peer mentorship can be applied to a variety of populations. In this article, literature will be reviewed discussing the principles of mentorship and how they have been applied to persons living with aphasia through the development and implementation of an Aphasia Mentorship Program. The protocol of this program (created at the National Rehabilitation Hospital [NRH] in Washington, DC), a case report of a successful mentorship experience, and conclusions regarding the success of the program and future directions will be discussed.
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