Family Communication Planning
Family Communication Planning
A supportive accessibility-focused crisis page for Deaf and hearing-impaired individuals, families, carers, and trusted support people creating communication plans, emergency contact systems, shared alert plans, and safer support pathways.
Family Communication Planning Tools
Plan Together
Create a shared communication plan so everyone knows preferred methods, support needs, and emergency steps.
Emergency Contacts
Keep updated contact details, relay options, text preferences, and trusted support people easy to access.
Shared Alerts
Agree how family or support people will share urgent alerts, safety updates, and important information.
Accessible Support
Use communication methods that reduce barriers, support independence, and respect each person’s needs.
What to Include in a Family Plan
Preferred Communication
Text, captions, relay, video, written notes, visual supports, or other methods that work best.
Emergency Steps
Simple steps for who to contact, where to go, and what support may be needed in a crisis.
Alert Preferences
Visual alerts, vibration alerts, phone notifications, shared check-ins, or support person alerts.
Support Roles
Clarify who can help with transport, communication, appointments, emergency contacts, or advocacy.
Helpful Family Communication Reminders
Related Accessibility Support Pages
Accessible Emergency Alerts
Visual alerts, captioned alerts, and accessible emergency information.
View Page →Relay & Accessible Communication Tools
Relay tools, captions, apps, and communication resources.
View Page →Deaf & Hearing-Impaired Crisis Support
Main support hub for Deaf and hearing-impaired crisis pathways.
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