Aphasia Superheroes

For the millions around the world who have aphasia, adversity wears many disguises, but within each of those affected, an Aphasia Superhero is waiting to be revealed…

  • Dr. Gillian Velmer
    Director
    This is Sing Aphasia
  • Don Staffin
    Editing
  • Douglas Ojala
    Editing
  • Dr. Gillian Velmer
    Writer
  • Douglas Ojala
    Writer
  • Stacey O'Kane
    Key Cast
  • James Bardunias
    Key Cast
  • Peter Martin
    Key Cast
  • Maria Martin
    Key Cast
  • Douglas De Ment
    Key Cast
  • Marita Toner
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    5 minutes 18 seconds
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Dr. Gillian Velmer

Dr. Gillian Velmer is a licensed speech-language pathologist working in public schools in central New Jersey. She is also the Founder and Executive Director of Sing Aphasia, a nonprofit that empowers individuals and families affected by aphasia to find their voices and connect with others through music, education, and community. Dr. Velmer is the co-founder of the International Aphasia Choir, along with Trent Barrick of Neuro Music Therapy, LLC. She is grateful for the quality education she received from Westminster Choir College and Kean University, as both guided her to the rewarding career path that she leads today.

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