Printable Communication Cards for Adults & Children – 276 Cards
276 printable communication cards + blank template · Everyday, medical, sensory, school and spiritual needs · Adults & children · Instant digital download
Comprehensive visual communication support
This large set of printable communication cards provides children and adults with a practical way to express needs, feelings, choices and important information when speaking is difficult, unavailable or not preferred.
The cards can be used alongside speech, gestures, writing, pointing or other communication methods, helping make communication more accessible without pressure to speak.
What's included
- 276 pre-made printable communication cards
- Blank template for creating personalised cards
- PDF digital download
- A broad range of everyday and situation-specific communication
Topics covered
- Basic needs, requests and responses
- Feelings, emotions and wellbeing
- Pain, illness and health needs
- Sensory needs and overwhelm
- School and learning
- Food, drinks and dietary requirements
- Daily activities and personal care
- Hospital, hospice and healthcare needs
- Mobility and personal items
- Safety and emergency communication
- Family and social communication
- Religious and spiritual needs
The set includes useful phrases and choices such as Yes, No, I don't know, I need help, I don't understand, I need a break, Don't rush me, It's too loud, I need my medication, I don't feel safe, I want to see a doctor and many more.
Who can use them?
These cards may be useful for children or adults who use visual or alternative communication, including autistic and neurodivergent people, people with Selective Mutism, people recovering from stroke or illness, and anyone who finds spoken communication difficult or unavailable in some situations.
Suitable settings
Use selected cards at home, school, hospital, hospice, appointments, care settings or while out in the community. Because the set covers such a wide range of situations, you can print only the pages or cards that are relevant to the individual.
How to create a communication lanyard
- Download the PDF.
- Print the pages you need.
- Cut out the selected cards.
- Laminate if you would like extra durability.
- Hole-punch the cards.
- Attach them to a keyring, binder ring or lanyard.
The cards can also be laminated and used individually or arranged as a communication board. Use the blank template to add personalised words, requests or information.
Digital product: This is an instant digital download. No physical item will be posted. Colours and print quality may vary depending on your screen, printer, paper and settings.
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