This activity evaluates some communication tools to use with adults who lack capacity. THINK What communication tools have you found helpful? LEARN People who lack capacity may have difficulty communicating, for examples due to learning difficulties, neurological impairment, mental distress, physical impairments, or being a non-native English speaker. They may use augmented communication aids and …
This activity considers communication challenges for someone with dementia and some approaches that can help. THINK What communication challenges have you come across in your work? LEARN Lack of communication does not in itself mean someone lacks capacity to make decisions, so advocates should make every effort to establish communication with the person they represent. …
Communication tools This second activity introduces some communication tools. Some of the children and young people needing transition support will use specific communication tools as part of their regular communication. They and others may find a variety of communication approaches helpful when dealing with the often complex and emotive issues of transitions. THINK How do …