PROFILES · JOURNALS ·
SHARED UNDERSTANDING
PROFILES · JOURNALS ·
SHARED UNDERSTANDING
The important things people need to know about how I communicate, in one practical and easy-to-use profile.
My Meaning helps capture how a person communicates, what their communication may mean and what others can do to support successful communication.
Enough information to support the person well. No unnecessary information to get in the way.
Communication is individual, so the Communication Profile is designed to be flexible.
A profile is made up of segments. Each segment relates to different communication information, such as essential communication, AAC, communication signals, or information about the person.
The default profile provides useful starting areas. These are starting points, not requirements. Only include the sections and information that are useful for the person.
Yes, No / Stop, Help, Pain / Discomfort, Break and Processing Time.
Practical things someone should know before starting a conversation or activity.
Individual gestures, movements, words, sounds, expressions or other signals and what they may mean.
Communication boards, devices, eye gaze, access requirements and what to do if usual AAC is unavailable.
Interests, preferred topics, introductions and things that help the person feel comfortable.
Words aren’t always enough to explain communication clearly.
Where supported, a Communication Profile can include images, audio or short video alongside written guidance.
Media should only be included where it is useful and appropriate, with the necessary consent and authority.
Start with a helpful structure. Keep what matters. Remove what doesn’t. Personalise the information. Use media where it makes understanding easier.