MND Communication Workshop: Effective management of communication difficulties in MND

Event Notes:

Aim:

To explore, in depth, the management of communication difficulties in MND

By the end of the session, you will have:

• had a brief recap of the various communication difficulties in MND
• increased knowledge about the range of voice banking options and how to use them
• considered the effective use of message banking, video banking and legacy tools
• improved confidence to develop management strategies across the patient’s MND journey
• considered the impact of cognitive change on communication in MND and how management may change when FTD is diagnosed
• explored and discussed the principles of good practice in AAC and its place in effective communication
• considered the integration of environmental controls with AAC
• had an opportunity to bring case studies to the session for reflective practice