Recording requirements

8.1    Where needs are identified, the individual’s social care record will include:

•  the type of support required
  
  
•  how needs are to be met
  
  
• where information was provided by anyone other than the individual  concerned, the name of the person who provided the information and the reason why
  
  
• where relevant, confirmation that the individual has given their specific consent to communication support being provided by a family member or any other person who is not a registered communication professional

8.2    Information and communication needs will be recorded in the support/carer plan.

8.3    The social care record and plan will be amended when it is identified that information and/or communication needs have changed.