putting communication information in the isp
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PUTTING COMMUNICATIONINFORMATION IN THE ISP
Krista Lewis, M.S.Ed.Office of Developmental Programs (ODP),
Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations
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ODP Recommendation #1
“Assure Effective Communication”
“Every person has an effective way to communicate in order to express choice and ensure his or her health and safety. All forms of communication should consider and include the individual’s language preferences and use of current technology.”
Where are some places you have included communication information in the ISP?
Communication is foundational and should considered and woven into all parts of the ISP!
Today we’ll cover…
• Data• ISP Sections
– Demographics– Individual Preferences– Health and Safety– Functional Information
• Examples• Questions
67,086
Demographics: Primary Language
67,086
Individuals’ ISPs
65,128
English
1,958
Other Language Options
7
Other Languages: Albanian, Bengali, Bosnian, Cambodian, Cantonese, Mandarin, Creole, Croatian, Farsi, Filipino, French, German, Greek, Gujarati, Hindi, Ibo, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Laotian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Malayalam, Pashto, Portuguese, Punjabi, Romanian, Swahili, Tamil, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese
Demographics: Primary Language
Language Other than English (as listed in ISP)
Number of Individuals
Spanish 945
Sign Language 500
Not found or Other 180
Arabic 62
Urdu 38
Russian 37
31 Languages (listed below) 196
Total: 1,958
Selecting a Primary Language
• 38 options
• Consider the “Communication” section– Should connect to what is selected and written
Primary Language Select a value from the drop-down list to indicate what language the individual uses. If the individual is non-verbal, indicate the language used by those who support the individual. The option 'Other Language' does NOT describe someone who is non-verbal. Use 'Other Language' to indicate a language not on the list.
Other Sections Under Demographics
• Primary Language in the Home• Additional Diagnosis
– Selecting pertinent diagnoses provides a clearer picture of the person
• Contacts– If the contact doesn’t use English to
communicate, a note should be made in the “contact notes”
Individual Preferences Section
• Know and Do– Traits, habits, coping strategies, preferences forinteraction and communication, relationships, activities,and approaches.
– Getting attention before communication– Impacts of environmental factors
• Important To– Access to or maintaining of assistive technology – Staying in touch with people– Responding to communication attempts
• What Makes Sense– Interpreters?– How to make communication accessible to them
Health and Safety: Sensory Concerns
• Consider:– Environmental
sounds– Lighting– Odors/Scents– Crowds– Clutter– Distance– Temperature– Visual
stimulation
Health and Safety: Behavior Support Plan
Behavior IS Communication• Social, emotional, and environmental supports are
addressed in this plan- communication is a part of each of these
• What are these behaviors communicating?• How can we teach them more appropriate or
accepted way to communicate the same message?
Functional Information
• Learning/Cognition• Communication
– Consider both expressive and receptive communication– Think about what was selected in the demographic section
and make sure this section connects• Understanding Communication
– “Communicative behaviors help others understand the individual and respect and respond in a helpful way”
• Other Non-Medical Evaluations– Communication Assessments– Assessments for assistive technology– Assessments from a Speech and
Language Pathologist
75% 25%
of individuals’ primary mode of communication
is indicated as verbal
of individuals’ primary mode of communication is
indicated as nonverbal
Communication: Primary Mode of Communication
Verbal75%
Visual Gestural Communication
12%
ASL, Mix ASL & SE, Modified Sign, Sign Language, Sign from Other Countries, SEE,
Tactile2%
Other5%
None Identified or Blank
5%
Vocal Output Device, PECS, Picture Board
1%n = 67,086
Communication: Primary Mode of Communication
Primary Mode of Communication definitions
Mode of Communication
Definition
American Sign Language (ASL)
ASL is a visual/gestural language with vocabulary, grammar, idioms, and syntax different from English. The shape, placement, and movement of the hands, as well as facial expressions and body movements, all play important pats in conveying information. ASL is the language of the Deaf community in the United States and Canada (except Quebec)-a cultural group of people who share a common language, values, attitudes, and experiences.
Sign Language from Other Countries
A unique, visual/gestural language with vocabulary, grammar, idioms, and syntax different from the spoken language of the same country or region. This sign language is not ASL, PSE or VGC. It is the standard language used in the Deaf community in a country or unique region of the world.
Modified Sign Language
A mutual understanding is reached over hand and body motions.
PECS Individual communicates through the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)
Primary Mode of Communication definitions
Mode of Communication
Definition
Picture Board A visual aide/tool commonly used to help individuals comprehend verbal language. It generally consists of icons that represent specific words, actions, events or situations.
Tactile Sign Used when an individual who is both deaf and blind (or has low vision), uses sign language to communicate but is not fluent in ASL or PSE and understands what others say by lightly placing his/her hands on top of the hands of the other signer and feeling his/her hand movements.
Visual Gestural Communication
Not a language like English or American Sign Language, this communication mode uses gestures, facial expressions, and body language. This category should also be used when an individual uses some signs that he/she and his family, house staff, or house mates have agreed upon on their own. These "home-made" signs are also known as "home signs".
Vocal Output Device
Individual uses an electronic device to communicate messages.
Primary Mode of Communication definitions
Mode of Communication
Definition
Sign Exact English A system of manual communication that strives to be an exact representation of English vocabulary and grammar; also known as pidgin signed English (PSE).
Mixture ASL & Signed English
Individual uses sign language that combines ASL signs in English word order. An individual may also may not follow ASL grammar or English word order, yet elements of ASL and English are present in their sign language
Sign Language Individual uses manual communication, body language, and lip patterns instead of sound to convey messages.
None Identified A means of communication has not yet been figured out for this person.
Other Provide information in the details section.
Examples
• English– I want a drink of water
• ASL– water want
• Modified Sign Language (usually due to physical limitations)– water (modified)
• Signed Exact English– I want a drink of water (each word signed in English order)
• Visual Gestural Communication– Gesturing a glass under a faucet of water then drinking the water
or pointing to a cup or the sink
Deaf Individuals
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• To be a Harry M. class member, the individual…– Must be receiving
consolidated waiver services
– Must meet the two criteria (see settlement agreement)
* If you’re unsure, ask!
Example #1
Jake has a severe hearing loss in both of his ears. He went to a school for the deaf and uses ASL to
communicate both expressively and receptively.• Harry M. indicator under Demographics must be
checked
• Demographics- Primary Language– Sign Language
• Demographics- Additional Diagnosis– Deaf or Hard of Hearing
• Communication- Primary Mode of CommunicationØ Shouldn’t say “Verbal” if “Sign Language” is indicated under
Primary Language– American Sign Language
Example #2
Kendra communicates by pointing to items she wants,pulling your hand to guide you, and pantomiming an action to make requests. She also has cataracts and
does not see well out of her left eye.• Demographics- Primary Language
– Sign Language• Demographics- Additional Diagnosis
– Vision/Visual Impairments• Communication- Primary Mode of Communication
Ø Shouldn’t say “Verbal” if “Sign Language” is indicated under Primary Language
– Visual Gestural Communication
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Past Trainings
• Visual Gestural Communication- Module 1• Deaf Sensitivity• Tool Kit for Communication and COVID-19• Best Practices When Working with an Interpreter• Deaf-Blindness 101• Language Deprivation• Wonderful World of Visual Schedules• The Seven Senses and Hand-under-Hand Prompting• Communication Matters: A Training about Complex Communication• The Basics of Blindness and Visual Impairments• Reaching Communication Goals through Gradual Implementation• When a Nonverbal Communicator Gets Hospitalized
09/09/20
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