What is a Talking Mat? <\/h2>\n \n A Talking Mat is a visual communication framework which supports people with communication difficulties to express their feelings and views. Talking Mats can be carried out physically or in a digital space, for example a tablet, laptop or computer for which we have created one of the best apps for communication disability.<\/p>\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Mat-Example-300x251.png\")
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Above, you can see an example of a (digital) Talking Mat. It is made up of three sets of picture communication symbols \u2013 topic, options and a visual scale \u2013 and a space on which to display them.<\/p>\n
Once the topic has been chosen, the participant is given the options one at a time and asked to think about each one, placing it on the Talking Mat to indicate how they feel about it.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
\n Why do Talking Mats Work?<\/h2>\n \n Our clinical, research and training experience provides evidence that Talking Mats helps people think about and express their views on a particular topic. There are a number of reasons why Talking Mats is effective.<\/p>\n
Talking Mats support comprehension by:<\/b><\/p>\n
\u00a0– <\/strong>Helping people process concepts by breaking information down into small, manageable chunks<\/p>\n\u00a0– <\/strong>Allowing the client time to process information and respond in their own time<\/p>\n\u00a0– <\/strong>Reducing memory demands<\/p>\nTalking Mats improve quality of information by:<\/b><\/p>\n
\u00a0– <\/strong>Handing over control to the thinker<\/p>\n\u00a0– <\/strong>Providing a structured framework for open questions<\/p>\n\u00a0–\u00a0<\/strong>Reducing anxiety<\/p>\n–<\/strong> Supporting people to express how they really feel.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n Types of Talking Mat<\/h2>\n \n Card Resource<\/strong><\/p>\nThis is our original low tech communication device.<\/p>\n
\n- Specially designed symbols that are produced in no tear, wipe clean material.<\/li>\n
- Packaged in clear plastic wallets with quick reference postcards and guidance booklet.<\/li>\n
- Resource bundles come with mat and Fair Trade bag.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Buy here\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
Digital Resource<\/strong><\/p>\nRedeveloped in conjunction with MTC Media this new version of the digital talking mat has the following features;<\/p>\n
\n- A video to introduce the resource and how to use it<\/li>\n
- Access to over 30 topics, depending on level of subscription<\/li>\n
- Ability to choose top scale words and image<\/li>\n
- Option to upload your own images to use in a mat.<\/li>\n
- Once trained you have the ability to create and keep a ‘Personalised mat’ to use again<\/li>\n
- Symbols can appear with text or without text<\/li>\n
- Available in English and German<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Buy here\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
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The Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n- – Health and Wellbeing<\/a><\/span><\/li>
- – Consulting Children and Young People<\/a><\/span><\/li>
- – Social Care<\/a><\/span><\/li>
- – Talking Health and Housing<\/a><\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Post-training Resources<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n- – Eating and Drinking<\/a><\/span><\/li>
- – Keeping Safe<\/a><\/span><\/li>
- – Thinking Ahead<\/a><\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Health and Wellbeing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The Health and Wellbeing resource contains four packs which are based on the World Health organisation International Classification Framework (ICF). These packs include 13 topics to explore various aspects of an individual’s health and wellbeing. The resource is sub-divided into the following packs and topics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Communication<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n![\"Communication](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/communication_expression_topic_1200-150x150.jpg\")
Expression<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/communication_understanding_topic-150x150.jpg\")
Understanding<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/learning_and_thinking_topic-150x150.jpg\")
Learning<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/family_topic-150x150.jpg\")
Relationships<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nLooking after yourself<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/self_care_topic-150x150.jpg\")
Self-care<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/domestic_life_topic-150x150.jpg\")
Domestic life<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/work_and_education_topic-150x150.jpg\")
Work and education<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nHealth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n![\"General](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/general_health_topic_1200-150x150.jpg\")
General health<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/mobility_topic-150x150.jpg\")
Mobility<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/coping_topic-150x150.jpg\")
Coping<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nLeisure and environment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/community_topic-150x150.jpg\")
Environment<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/spare_time_outdoor_topic-150x150.jpg\")
Leisure away<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/spare_time_indoor_topic-150x150.jpg\")
Leisure home<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nRead more<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\nBuy now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nBack to top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nConsulting Children and Young People<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
These packs are based on the World Health Organisation International Classification Framework (ICF)\u202fand are designed to give a holistic picture of how a child or young person feels about their lives at home at school and in their communities. They\u202ftake into account\u202fthe significant developmental changes that occur from 3 to 17 years, as well as the influence of environmental and personal factors surrounding the child or young person.\u202f\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are three sets available:\u202f\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n![\"Early](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/drawing_400-150x150.jpg\")
Early Years<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n![\"playing\"](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/playing-150x150.jpg\")
Primary<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n![\"friends\"](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/friends_1200-150x150.jpg\")
Secondary<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nThe\u202fsets\u202fare\u202fdivided\u202finto three topics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n![\"about](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/about-us-150x150.jpg\")
About Me<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n![\"What](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/what_i_do_1200-150x150.jpg\")
What I do<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n![\"my](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/my_wider_world_1200-150x150.jpg\")
My World<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nWith this set you can explore how the child is growing and developing, by focussing on the functions of the body, as well as skills that are emerging.\u202f You can gain an impression of how the child feels he or she is progressing physically, socially, cognitively and behaviourally.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
\nThis set focuses on at the child\u2019s lived experience by asking about the activities they participate in, as well as how they feel about the support they receive.\u202f\u202f <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
\nThe communities in which children grow up have a significant impact on the well-being of both children and families. This set supports discussion about the child\u2019s wider world, exploring the impact of nursery or school, as well as the support system available to them.\u202f<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nTalking Mats prompts you to cover the relevant topics for the age group you are working with. You can help children and young people to see their personal strengths and abilities; and take time to consider what their problem areas are, as well as what their aspirations might be.\u202f\u202f\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nRead more<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\nBuy now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nBack to top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nSocial Care<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This resource set was designed particularly for individuals in care\u202fand supported living\u202fsettings.\u202f It\u202fgives a helpful overview of their life,\u202ffocusing on 3 topics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/where_i_live_topic-150x150.jpg\")
Where you live<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/activities_topic-150x150.jpg\")
Activities<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nGeneral Health<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nRead more<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\nBuy now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nBack to top<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nTalking Health and Housing (Digital only)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This resource supports social housing tenants with communication difficulties to say what they think about both their Housing and Health and to improve communication between social housing tenants and health professionals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\nThis resource is currently only available online on Digital Talking Mats. If you would like to subscribe to our online platform, visit our shop.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.talkingmats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Health-and-Housing-mat-1024x640.png\")
Example Digital Mat for Health and Housing<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nThis resource was developed in partnership with tenants and staff from Loretto Housing and Care, Stirling University, Napier University and Age Scotland. You can read more about the impact this resource can have on people’s lives here.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
A Talking Mat is a visual communication framework which supports people with communication difficulties to express their feelings and views. Talking Mats can be carried out physically or in a digital space, for example a tablet, laptop or computer for which we have created one of the best apps for communication disability.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Above, you can see an example of a (digital) Talking Mat. It is made up of three sets of picture communication symbols \u2013 topic, options and a visual scale \u2013 and a space on which to display them.<\/p>\n
Once the topic has been chosen, the participant is given the options one at a time and asked to think about each one, placing it on the Talking Mat to indicate how they feel about it.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
Why do Talking Mats Work?<\/h2>\n \n Our clinical, research and training experience provides evidence that Talking Mats helps people think about and express their views on a particular topic. There are a number of reasons why Talking Mats is effective.<\/p>\n
Talking Mats support comprehension by:<\/b><\/p>\n
\u00a0– <\/strong>Helping people process concepts by breaking information down into small, manageable chunks<\/p>\n\u00a0– <\/strong>Allowing the client time to process information and respond in their own time<\/p>\n\u00a0– <\/strong>Reducing memory demands<\/p>\nTalking Mats improve quality of information by:<\/b><\/p>\n
\u00a0– <\/strong>Handing over control to the thinker<\/p>\n\u00a0– <\/strong>Providing a structured framework for open questions<\/p>\n\u00a0–\u00a0<\/strong>Reducing anxiety<\/p>\n–<\/strong> Supporting people to express how they really feel.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n Types of Talking Mat<\/h2>\n \n Card Resource<\/strong><\/p>\nThis is our original low tech communication device.<\/p>\n
\n- Specially designed symbols that are produced in no tear, wipe clean material.<\/li>\n
- Packaged in clear plastic wallets with quick reference postcards and guidance booklet.<\/li>\n
- Resource bundles come with mat and Fair Trade bag.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Buy here\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
Digital Resource<\/strong><\/p>\nRedeveloped in conjunction with MTC Media this new version of the digital talking mat has the following features;<\/p>\n
\n- A video to introduce the resource and how to use it<\/li>\n
- Access to over 30 topics, depending on level of subscription<\/li>\n
- Ability to choose top scale words and image<\/li>\n
- Option to upload your own images to use in a mat.<\/li>\n
- Once trained you have the ability to create and keep a ‘Personalised mat’ to use again<\/li>\n
- Symbols can appear with text or without text<\/li>\n
- Available in English and German<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Buy here\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n\n\n\n
The Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n- – Health and Wellbeing<\/a><\/span><\/li>
- – Consulting Children and Young People<\/a><\/span><\/li>
- – Social Care<\/a><\/span><\/li>
- – Talking Health and Housing<\/a><\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Post-training Resources<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n- – Eating and Drinking<\/a><\/span><\/li>
- – Keeping Safe<\/a><\/span><\/li>
- – Thinking Ahead<\/a><\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Health and Wellbeing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The Health and Wellbeing resource contains four packs which are based on the World Health organisation International Classification Framework (ICF). These packs include 13 topics to explore various aspects of an individual’s health and wellbeing. The resource is sub-divided into the following packs and topics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Communication<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nExpression<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nLearning<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nRelationships<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nLooking after yourself<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nSelf-care<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nDomestic life<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nWork and education<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nHealth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nGeneral health<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nMobility<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nCoping<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nLeisure and environment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nEnvironment<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nLeisure away<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nLeisure home<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nRead more<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\nBuy now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nBack to top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nConsulting Children and Young People<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
These packs are based on the World Health Organisation International Classification Framework (ICF)\u202fand are designed to give a holistic picture of how a child or young person feels about their lives at home at school and in their communities. They\u202ftake into account\u202fthe significant developmental changes that occur from 3 to 17 years, as well as the influence of environmental and personal factors surrounding the child or young person.\u202f\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are three sets available:\u202f\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nEarly Years<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nPrimary<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nSecondary<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nThe\u202fsets\u202fare\u202fdivided\u202finto three topics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nAbout Me<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nWhat I do<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nMy World<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nWith this set you can explore how the child is growing and developing, by focussing on the functions of the body, as well as skills that are emerging.\u202f You can gain an impression of how the child feels he or she is progressing physically, socially, cognitively and behaviourally.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
\nThis set focuses on at the child\u2019s lived experience by asking about the activities they participate in, as well as how they feel about the support they receive.\u202f\u202f <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
\nThe communities in which children grow up have a significant impact on the well-being of both children and families. This set supports discussion about the child\u2019s wider world, exploring the impact of nursery or school, as well as the support system available to them.\u202f<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nTalking Mats prompts you to cover the relevant topics for the age group you are working with. You can help children and young people to see their personal strengths and abilities; and take time to consider what their problem areas are, as well as what their aspirations might be.\u202f\u202f\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nRead more<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\nBuy now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nBack to top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nSocial Care<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This resource set was designed particularly for individuals in care\u202fand supported living\u202fsettings.\u202f It\u202fgives a helpful overview of their life,\u202ffocusing on 3 topics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nWhere you live<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nActivities<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nGeneral Health<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nRead more<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\nBuy now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nBack to top<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nTalking Health and Housing (Digital only)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This resource supports social housing tenants with communication difficulties to say what they think about both their Housing and Health and to improve communication between social housing tenants and health professionals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\nThis resource is currently only available online on Digital Talking Mats. If you would like to subscribe to our online platform, visit our shop.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nExample Digital Mat for Health and Housing<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nThis resource was developed in partnership with tenants and staff from Loretto Housing and Care, Stirling University, Napier University and Age Scotland. You can read more about the impact this resource can have on people’s lives here.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our clinical, research and training experience provides evidence that Talking Mats helps people think about and express their views on a particular topic. There are a number of reasons why Talking Mats is effective.<\/p>\n
Talking Mats support comprehension by:<\/b><\/p>\n
\u00a0– <\/strong>Helping people process concepts by breaking information down into small, manageable chunks<\/p>\n \u00a0– <\/strong>Allowing the client time to process information and respond in their own time<\/p>\n \u00a0– <\/strong>Reducing memory demands<\/p>\n Talking Mats improve quality of information by:<\/b><\/p>\n \u00a0– <\/strong>Handing over control to the thinker<\/p>\n \u00a0– <\/strong>Providing a structured framework for open questions<\/p>\n \u00a0–\u00a0<\/strong>Reducing anxiety<\/p>\n –<\/strong> Supporting people to express how they really feel.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n Card Resource<\/strong><\/p>\n This is our original low tech communication device.<\/p>\n Buy here\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Digital Resource<\/strong><\/p>\n Redeveloped in conjunction with MTC Media this new version of the digital talking mat has the following features;<\/p>\n Buy here\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Post-training Resources<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Health and Wellbeing resource contains four packs which are based on the World Health organisation International Classification Framework (ICF). These packs include 13 topics to explore various aspects of an individual’s health and wellbeing. The resource is sub-divided into the following packs and topics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Back to top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n These packs are based on the World Health Organisation International Classification Framework (ICF)\u202fand are designed to give a holistic picture of how a child or young person feels about their lives at home at school and in their communities. They\u202ftake into account\u202fthe significant developmental changes that occur from 3 to 17 years, as well as the influence of environmental and personal factors surrounding the child or young person.\u202f\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n There are three sets available:\u202f\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n The\u202fsets\u202fare\u202fdivided\u202finto three topics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n With this set you can explore how the child is growing and developing, by focussing on the functions of the body, as well as skills that are emerging.\u202f You can gain an impression of how the child feels he or she is progressing physically, socially, cognitively and behaviourally.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n This set focuses on at the child\u2019s lived experience by asking about the activities they participate in, as well as how they feel about the support they receive.\u202f\u202f <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n The communities in which children grow up have a significant impact on the well-being of both children and families. This set supports discussion about the child\u2019s wider world, exploring the impact of nursery or school, as well as the support system available to them.\u202f<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Talking Mats prompts you to cover the relevant topics for the age group you are working with. You can help children and young people to see their personal strengths and abilities; and take time to consider what their problem areas are, as well as what their aspirations might be.\u202f\u202f\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n Back to top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n This resource set was designed particularly for individuals in care\u202fand supported living\u202fsettings.\u202f It\u202fgives a helpful overview of their life,\u202ffocusing on 3 topics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Back to top<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n This resource supports social housing tenants with communication difficulties to say what they think about both their Housing and Health and to improve communication between social housing tenants and health professionals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This resource is currently only available online on Digital Talking Mats. If you would like to subscribe to our online platform, visit our shop.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n This resource was developed in partnership with tenants and staff from Loretto Housing and Care, Stirling University, Napier University and Age Scotland. You can read more about the impact this resource can have on people’s lives here.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nTypes of Talking Mat<\/h2>\n
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The Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Health and Wellbeing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Communication<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Looking after yourself<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Health<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Leisure and environment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Consulting Children and Young People<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Social Care<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Talking Health and Housing (Digital only)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n