Printable Hospital Communication Board – A4 & US Letter

A simple visual communication board for hospital patients who find speaking difficult or unavailable.

This printable hospital communication board helps patients communicate important needs, feelings and comfort requests by pointing to clear words and visuals. It can be kept at the bedside for use with nurses, carers and family members.

What’s Included

• 1 printable hospital communication board
• A4 PDF
• US Letter PDF (11 × 8.5 in)
• High-resolution JPEG
• Instant digital download

Who It May Help

• People who temporarily or permanently find speaking difficult
• People with a tracheostomy
• Ventilator users who are unable to speak
• People recovering from stroke or illness affecting speech
• Adults or children who benefit from visual communication support
• Hospital staff, carers and family members supporting communication

How to Use

• Print and keep the board within easy reach
• Point to words or visuals to communicate needs, feelings or requests
• Print on cardstock for a sturdier copy
• Laminate where appropriate for durability and easier cleaning

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Digital product: no physical item will be posted.

Important: This resource is intended as a practical communication support. It does not replace medical assessment, treatment, emergency systems, professional advice or an individual’s established communication system.