Communication difficulties in MND – a multidisciplinary team approach

Event Notes:

Aim:

To explore communication in MND and introduce members of the MDT to effective communication strategies for people living with MND.

By the end of the one-day session, participants will:

• considered the aspects of communication difficulty in MND and the impact of this on wellbeing
• have improved confidence in recognising communication difficulties in MND and when to refer to speech and language therapy colleagues
• have improved knowledge about the range of communication management strategies through the person’s MND journey
• have increased awareness of the range of voice banking and AAC options available
• have increased confidence when communicating with people with MND
• have had an opportunity to explore case studies in which communication is fragile or broken down and discuss and identify the presenting problem and appropriate action