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Communication Builder
Practice effective communication techniques through interactive scenarios and guidance.
Essential Communication Tips
Use Simple, Clear Language
- • Speak slowly and clearly
- • Use short sentences
- • Ask one question at a time
- • Give simple choices
Non-verbal Communication
- • Maintain gentle eye contact
- • Use friendly facial expressions
- • Keep body language open and calm
- • Pay attention to their body language
Active Listening
- • Show you're listening with nods and sounds
- • Allow time for responses
- • Don't interrupt
- • Validate feelings
Practice Scenarios
Scenario 1
A person with dementia appears agitated and keeps asking about their children, who are now adults.
It's late afternoon, and they seem increasingly anxious about their children not being home from school.
How would you respond?
Scenario 1 of 3
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