Going to the Opticians: Communication Fan

This practical Communication Fan supports visits to the opticians that can be upsetting and confusing for those who do not understand what is happening to them or why, or who dislike the sudden influx of sensory input. 10 petals feature: wait, Optician, room, sit down, dark, bright light, look, eyes, sight test, glasses. They can help prepare individuals for the experience, prior to, or support during the activity and visually demonstrate basic steps of the process to help explain the sequences of events and can help empower individuals to make choices or help promote independence. Flip over and personalise the blanks on the reverse using a dry wipe pen or similar with your own text, drawings etc. Uses Widget Software symbols. The topics in this series are: Doctors (57099), Opticians (57100), Dentist (57101), Hairdressers (57102) and Barbers (57103).