Co‐Designing Aphasia Services: Evaluation of Involvement and Processes to Support Inclusion of People With Post Stroke Aphasia

This evaluation is informed by the reflections of the research team. This team included the consumer advisory group (public involvement team members) comprising PWA (n = 3), SOs (n = 2) and a Cultural Capability Officer. Research team members (LNA, DAC, VJP, and SJW) designed the study (including research questions, data analysis processes and assessment measures). Public involvement guided study procedures and recruitment (e.g., methods for engaging with people with lived experience of aphasia), and the interpretation and dissemination of results (e.g., co-authors on papers). A Cultural Capability Officer advised on culturally safe practices for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participants. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, are the First Nations people of Australia. Cultural Capability Officer support refers to the support provided to ensure behaviours, systems and processes are conducted in a way that is culturally respectful. Research is reported in line with the GRIPP-2 guidelines for reporting patient and public involvement.