British Geriatrics Society

Dignity 2010 - Communication

Think: Have you understood the person and has the person understood you?

Download Wall Poster and A5 Flyer

THINK...

• Have you have understood the person and has the person understood you?

ASK...

• Has the person been assessed for hearing, sight and language difficulties?
• If any aids they are using are working correctly

DO…

• Use plain language and simple explanations
• Maintain eye contact with the person

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Download Wall Poster and A5 Flyer

For more information, or to request a supply of posters or flyers, please contact: Mark Stewart by or
telephone 020 7608 8575

Endorsers: Age UK; British Geriatrics Society; AGILE (Chartered Society of Physiotherapists); Cardiff University; College of Occupational Therapists; Department of Health; English Community Care Association; The Relatives and Residents Association; Royal College of Nursing