Requirement to meet information and/or communication needs

In this section

11.1    Identified needs will be met in an appropriate way and without unreasonable delay, i.e. the individual will receive:

  • information in an alternative format which they are able to access, and

  • the support they need to communicate with staff

11.2    Individuals who require an interpreter or other communication professional will be offered a suitably skilled, experienced, appropriately qualified and screened professional. 

11.3    If the individual wishes to receive communication support from anyone other than a professional as described at paragraph 11.2, their wishes and explicit consent must be documented in their record. 

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