Implementation of the Accessible Information Standard

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Summary of report content

This is a report by Healthwatch Trafford. The report looks at the Accessible Information Standard and it's implementation.

The project focuses on the implementation of AIS by local bodies such as NHS Trusts, Local Authorities, and healthcare providers.

A mixture of site visits and surveys were used to engage people and staff.

There are recommendations in this report.

  • Improve awareness and compliance of AIS.
  • Displayed information should be accessible by the patient population of the service.
  • Availability and signposting of hearing aid loops.
  • Further research on communication challenges.

There are no follow up actions in this report.

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General details

Local Healthwatch
Healthwatch Trafford
Publication date
Key themes
Access to services
Accessibility and reasonable adjustments
Communication with patients; treatment explanation; verbal advice
Service organisation, delivery, change and closure
Written information, guidance and publicity

Methodology and approach

Primary research method used
Interviews
Survey

Details of health and care services included in the report

Details of health and care services included in the report
General Practice (GP)
Hospital services- not stated
Optometry services/opticians
Pharmacy

Details of people who shared their views

Number of people who shared their views
60
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