Sensory Loss Support
Sensory impairment’ or ‘sensory loss’ are umbrella terms used to describe loss of the distance senses i.e. sight and hearing.
People with a sensory impairment will experience life with their impairment in an entirely different way to others with the same type of sensory impairment – no two people will be exactly the same. Care services and support should be individually tailored to meet the persons needs.
Sensory loss symptoms
can include...
How people could experience sensory impairment:
Sensory impairment can affect a person’s hearing, sight, or both. This may include hearing impairment, visual impairment, or dual sensory impairment, sometimes referred to as deafblindness. Some people who are Deaf may use British Sign Language (BSL) as their first or preferred language, so it is important to consider each person’s communication needs as well as their sensory needs.
How practical support may be able to help
A Personal Assistant may be able to support someone with a sensory impairment by helping with everyday tasks, communication, getting out and about, attending appointments, reading letters or information, and using equipment or technology where appropriate. Support should always be based on the person’s individual needs, preferences and communication methods, helping them to remain as independent, confident and involved as possible.
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We personally speak with every individual looking for care or support. We’re here to listen and help anywhere we can.