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Badges help reduce stress with conversations
Staff find a way with personal care & mealtimes
Knowledge of occupation–B&B
Completing & analysing ABC charts to find the why
Personalised door frames build relationships
Advanced notice helps with personal care
Night time routine brings calm
A photo album helps settle a mother into care home
Finding the why
Understanding the importance of previous routines
Meds communication sheet
Whiteboard with carer rota reduces anxiety
Open questions
Personal assistant and post-diagnosis checklist
Understanding out of character behaviour
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Last reviewed:
30/04/2026
Next review date:
07/05/2027
Approved By:
Care Inspectorate
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