stroke.org.uk
Communication Passport
I have had a stroke which means that I have difficulty communicating.
Please take the time to read this and help me to communicate more effectively
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My name is
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I have had a Stroke which means that
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Tips to help me communicate
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Contents
Things you need to know 5
How I communicate 6
Things I like to talk about 7
Food and drink likes / dislikes 8
Things I need help with 9
Family, friends and special people 10
Special moments in my life 11
Other important information 12
Where to go for information and support 14
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Things you need to know
These are some of the most important things people need to know about me.
I have the following medical conditions..
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• I take the following medications..
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Level of my current ability.. (including physical/memory/cognition)
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How I communicate
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How you can help me communicate
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Things I like to talk about
Please put in this page information on topics that I like to talk about. Maybe past work, hobbies, family members or even pets.
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Things that upset me or make me cross
Sometimes after a stroke, people may have difficultity controlling their emotions and become upset very easily.
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Food and drinks ‘likes & dislikes
Please put in this page information on what I like to eat and drink. How many sugars I have in my tea or coffee for example.
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Things I need help with
Please put in this page the things I need help with. This may be writing things down, adding things up, or reading things. It could also be tips relating to my personal care.
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My vision, sensation and movement capabilities
Also highlight if I need my drinks thickening or food modified - 40% stroke survivors have issues swallowing
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Family, friends and special people
These are people who mean alot to me. Ask them if they can bring in photos of them together to put in this book.
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Special moments in my life
These are special moments in my life. Please use pictures or newspaper clipping to show other people.
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Other important information
Everyone is different. This page is for information that will help me in any way.
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Any other information
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When a stroke happens, some brain cells are damaged and others die. Dead brain cells can’t start working again, but others may recover as the swelling caused by the stroke goes down.
It’s also possible that some parts of the brain can learn to take over from the damaged areas. This is known as neuroplasticity. Most recovery happens in the first few months after a stroke, but some people can continue to recover for several years.
Staying positive is key to your recovery – it is important not to give up. There is life after stroke and we can help you adapt and find ways to overcome any hurdles stroke survivors may face.
Where to go for information and supportEvery stroke is different and people who have had a stroke are affected in different ways. For some people, the symptoms are quite mild and last a short time. Other strokes may cause more severe and lasting damage.
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We are Stroke Training
We understand stroke and the impact it has on the stroke survivor, their family and friends, but also their carers and people who support them in living life to the fullest. We provide training and qualifications on stroke care and can help anyone working within stroke care to fufil their potential and allow the stroke survivors they care for fufil theirs! Website: stroke.org.uk/training Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01527 903 910
We are the Stroke Association
We believe in life after stroke. That’s why we support stroke survivors to make the best recovery they can. It’s why we campaign for better stroke care. And it’s why we fund research into finding new treatments and ways of preventing stroke.
We’re here for you. If you’d like to know more please get in touch.
Stroke Helpline: 0303 3033 100 Website: stroke.org.uk Email: [email protected] From a textphone: 18001 0303 3033 100 We are a charity and we rely on your support to change the lives of people affected by stroke and reduce the number of people who are struck down by this devastating disease. Please help us to make a difference today.
© Stroke Association 2014
Stroke Association is a Company Limited by Guarantee, registered in England and Wales (No 61274). Registered office: Stroke Association House, 240 City Road, London EC1V 2PR. Registered as a Charity in England and Wales (No 211015) and in Scotland (SC037789). Also registered in Northern Ireland (XT33805) Isle of Man (No 945) and Jersey (NPO 369).
