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Communication aid

Definition

of

Communication aid

from

NICE Guideline NG86 - People's experience in adult social care services: improving the experience of care and support for people using adult social care services

National Institute for Health and Care Excellence

A communication aid helps a person to communicate more effectively with those around them. This could range from a simple letter board to a more sophisticated piece of electronic equipment.

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Definition

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Communication tool/Communication aid

from

NHS England: Accessible Information Standard v1.1 - Implementation guidance

NHS England

A tool, device or document used to support effective communication with a disabled person. They may be generic or specific / bespoke to an individual. They often use symbols and / or pictures. They range from a simple paper chart to complex computer-aided or electronic devices.

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