Mike and Elaine Adler, two successful entrepreneurs and community activists, founded the Adler Aphasia Center in 2003 located in Maywood, NJ. Ten years earlier, Mike had suffered a stroke after bypass surgery. The stroke left Mike with aphasia. Elaine’s life changed as well. She felt frustrated, confused and helpless as she tried to put their changed lives back together. Although there were many hospital-based speech pathology services in the area that could help Mike with his aphasia, the Adlers found no program that could help him adjust to living with aphasia. The Adlers researched speech pathology clinics around the world and uncovered several unique programs where people touched by aphasia were learning new ways to communicate.
Excellent and very knowledgeable staff! We learned so much and the community as a whole is just amazing.
FM
Francheska Matos
Jun 13, 2019
5.0
This is a fantastic place for those people who really need it
DS
Domenick Santucci
Mar 11, 2019
4.0
A wonderful staff. The residents are kept nice and clean.
TS
Tala Shatila
Dec 8, 2017
5.0
I volunteered at this center. They follow an amazing aproach to deal with Aphasia. It focuses on communication groups where members communicate in a judge-free environment. If you have a loved one with Aphasia, go a head and sign them up for it!
Frequently Asked Questions About Adler Aphasia Center
What type of therapy/rehabilitation services do you provide?
The Adler Aphasia Center is a social center for people with Aphasia and their family members/caregivers. We offer discussion groups and activities facilitated by speech-language pathologists, trained staff and volunteers, and some of our members. We do not provide individual speech therapy services. We run group programs for people with aphasia, using the Life Participation Approach to Aphasia as our guiding philosophy.
Do you bill private insurance or Medicare for services?
Because we do not provide typical speech therapy services, we do not bill nor accept private insurance or Medicare.
When can I start participating in Center group programming?
New members can join the Maywood Center at the start of a new semester, after completing a tour and our Aphasia Education Program. Toms River and West Orange locations offer rolling admission. Please visit our page How To Become a Member on our website.
Once I'm a member, how long can I stay?
The quick answer is, “As long as you’d like.” The longer answer is that members remain at the Center as long as they are interested in participating in our programs, have aphasia, pay their tuition, and continue to fit the membership criteria. Our members do not graduate from programming or have a ‘term limit'.
What type of services does the Adler Aphasia Center offer?
The Center provides group programs and discussion groups for people with aphasia, facilitated by speech-language pathologists and trained staff, but does not offer individual speech therapy services.
Does the Adler Aphasia Center accept private insurance or Medicare?
No, the Center does not bill or accept private insurance or Medicare since it does not provide typical speech therapy services.
How can I start participating in the Adler Aphasia Center's group programs?
New members can join at the start of a new semester after completing a tour and the Aphasia Education Program. The Toms River and West Orange locations have rolling admission. Visit the How To Become a Member page on their website for details.
Is there a time limit on how long I can stay a member at the Adler Aphasia Center?
Members can stay as long as they wish, provided they are interested in participating, have aphasia, pay tuition, and meet membership criteria. There is no graduation or term limit.
What are the working hours of the Adler Aphasia Center?
The Center is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Where is the Adler Aphasia Center located?
It is located at 60 West Hunter Avenue, Maywood, NJ 07607, USA.
Which nearby fire departments could assist in case of an emergency near the Adler Aphasia Center?
Maywood Engine 19 - Peerless Engine Company #2 and Maywood Fire Department are nearby and provide fire protection and EMS services.
Are there dining options close to the Adler Aphasia Center?
Yes, nearby restaurants include Pho Thai Lao Kitchen, Angelo's Greek Taverna, Session Bistro, Angie’s Place Restaurant and Catering Services, and Bangkok Station NJ, offering a range of Asian, Greek, American, and Caribbean cuisines.
What local amenities are available near the Adler Aphasia Center for shopping and personal care?
Nearby you can find Terri Lee Oriental Groceries for food shopping, Hair Construction and Resilient Salon for beauty services, and Boyang Trading Company LTD for retail shopping.
How can visitors combine a visit to the Adler Aphasia Center with local cultural experiences?
Visitors can explore the Maywood Station Museum nearby to learn about local history, then enjoy a meal at nearby restaurants or relax at local salons after their visit.