Stroke Training and Awareness Resources (STARs)

Resources

Everyone has a role to play in supporting communication and small changes can have a significant impact. Look out for signs of frustration and focus on the techniques that Steven finds helpful. Remember though, sometimes, even with the best resources and effort, supported communication can still be challenging.

Further resources

NES: IPAAKS Informing and Profiling Augmentative and Alternative Communication(ACC) Knowledge and Skills[PDF]  This learning resource is available on TURAS Learn. (NHS Education for Scotland).

Lightwriter: is a Text to Speech Communication Aid. It can store words and phrases.

Alphabet chart: can be a quick and easy way of spelling out key words or phrases, if person is able.

Tablet/Smart phone: There are many apps available to aid communication.

CHSS Conversation Support Book: A book of words and symbols providing vocabulary around certain topics.

Pen and Paper: Can be used to support understanding and expression via writing and drawing.

Picture Charts: A personalised picture chart can aid communication.

Medical Passport: A book containing relevant symbols, words and phrases to help convey and receive health information.

Yes/No chart: Charts with Yes and No, or a scale can provide a helpful means of clarifying information.

Talking Mats: A simple method of helping someone make choices and understand what is being said. See Additional Information box for further details.

Amplifier: A device to make a person’s speech louder and clearer.

 

 

Page last reviewed: 30 Jul 2021