Easy Read Communication Tools
There are lots of different resources, tools and fact sheets available. We have shared some here that you may find useful.
Where possible, we have shared resources that are in an easy read format.
Say Less, Show More by the Agency for Clinical Innovation (ACI)
Tools available include:
- I need to have a blood test
- I need to have a CT scan
- I am going to hospital
- I need to have an x-ray or ultrasound
- I am going to have an operation
Council for Intellectual Disability (CID)
CID have a comprehensive list of easy read resources and fact sheets available to download. Some examples include:
- Me and my doctor
- Viruses and staying healthy
- Mental health
- Info about the flu vaccine
- And many, many more!
Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care
A collection of health fact sheets in easy read format. Examples include:
- Yearly health checks
- Types of health checks
- Caring for your teeth
- Chronic health plans
- Adult health services
- Your right to good health care
NDIS Booklets and Fact Sheets
A range of easy read versions available to download, including:
- Applying for the NDIS
- Creating and using your NDIS plan
- Employment information
- Guide to service agreements