About vca
Founded by Elaine Everett and Michele Wilson, vca is a company dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with communication problems. Communication difficulties are common place in many walks of life.
Our researched and tested visual aid books, signage and boards have been designed to help alleviate these problems. We have created a series of illustrated drawings to convey everyday situations.
The use of imagery is highly beneficial for people who have dementia, are visually impaired or who have had a stroke. Pictures are also an effective communication tool for people who have learning difficulties.
Using vca books and signage helps reduce misunderstandings by removing language as a barrier. Just let the pictures do the talking.
vca PERSONALISED BOARDS
There is growing evidence that images are a useful way of successfully communicating with Care Home Residents. The personalised vca Menu and Activity Boards are invaluable tools that will help improve communication between residents and staff.
vca COMMUNICATION BOOKS
vca communication books are all designed with the following:
- Easy to navigate sections
- Laminated format, wipe clean
- Reusable labels, giving you the option of putting a word under each image
- Translation of 8 European languages, thus creating a product that is truly flexible
- Download of worldwide languages
- Illustrations that convey descriptive scenarios without the need to speak
Current vca Publications are:
vca CARE HOME SIGNAGE
The design of signs for people with dementia and learning difficulties is key to residents 'path finding' their way round a care home. There is an increasing consensus around what constitutes signage best practise, please click here to find out more.
Our care home signs are self-adhesive, tough, non-reflective, and waterproof that have bold lettering and easily recognised images on a bright coloured background.
Produced on an industry regulated 3mm foamex board, the signs come in two sizes, 26cm x 26cm and 15cm x 15cm.
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vca can also create customised products for your business. See our vca bespoke publication page or please e-mail enquiries@visualcommunicationaid.com
- Hospitals
- Emergency Services
- Public Services
- Companies bespoke (Banks, Supermarkets, Airlines, etc)
Elaine Everett and Michele Wilson are the co-owners of visual communication aid, their desire to bridge language barriers led to the creation of vca.
Elaine has 15 years relevant experience working in the care sector. In 1998 Elaine, founded Motivation & Co a nationally recognised company that provides specialist recreation and motivation classes for the elderly and people with learning difficulties.
Michele has worked in marketing for over 20 years. She has hands on experience of implementing marketing campaigns, from the initial creative concepts to successful execution and close down. Prior to founding vca Michele was a co-founder and director of one of the UK’s leading online travel companies.