Helping people in West Berkshire rebuild confidence and communication
What Speakability Means to Us
“A place to meet people with similar problems. It’s a great place to be with a lot of positivity”
“Helped me with my speech”
“Getting out and about”
“It has allowed me to be humble. My stroke effects pale when with other members”
“Non-judgemental”
“Acceptance”
“Allowed me to be the new me! Without comparing to the old me!”
“Dominoes!”
“Tea, cake and laughter!”
“Speech therapy helps get ideas in order, talking to others who are in the same situation helps, new ideas and experiences are good”
“varied talks and activities”
“Introduced me to a lovely group or remarkable people all of whom I now regard as friends”
“Secure place for my husband to practice speech without being embarrassed”
“Conversation with members which is always enjoyable and often surprising!”
“Place of support for me and my partner. New friends who are all in the same situation”
“Laughter!”
“Playing chess”
“Something to do. Given me a new lease of life”
“Community”
“Improved my speech because I get to speak to lots of people about lots of things which I wouldn’t get the opportunity to do elsewhere”
“Realisation that you are not alone”
“Friendship”
“I look forward to coming each week, meeting other like minded people in a relaxed and supportive space without judgement”