Visual Communication

Alderwood LLA produces specially designed resources following the principles of Inclusive Communication.

These are tailor-made for each person and support their daily lives, including personal care, education, social and leisure activities.

The Communication Resource Team develops a range  of communication resources personally designed with and for each person. Such resources are designed to encourage expression of thoughts and feelings, understanding of social situations, to maintain personal safety, for personal enjoyment, to teach functional skills, and increase predictability in the person’s life.

Everyone supported by Alderwood LLA have individual programmes focused on personal development and all resources are personalised taking great care to match an individual’s ability and communication style.

The Communication Resource Team works closely with the person, their family, the Autism and PBS Lead, and the supporting team to develop resources that meet the person’s needs and wants.