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The accessible information standard sets out how providers and commissioners of NHS and publicly funded adult social care services should ensure disabled people and people with impairments or sensory loss: All organisations that provide publicly funded NHS care or adult social care must have regard to this standard. Commissioners of NHS or social care must also have regard to this standard. Complying with the standard will also help organisations to meet their obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and other legislation. Advice on the 6 essential steps to meet people’s needs. Understand how well you meet the standard's requirements. Information about the importance of meeting communication and information needs and the legal requirements. Some of these cookies are essential, while others help us to improve your experience by providing insights into how the site is being used. Necessary cookies enable core functionality such as page navigation and access to secure areas. The website ca

About the accessible information standard The accessible information standard sets out how providers and commissioners of NHS and publicly funded adult social care services should ensure disabled people and people with impairments or sensory loss: can access and understand information about NHS and adult social care services receive the communication support they need to use those services All organisations that provide publicly funded NHS care or adult social care must have regard to this standard. Commissioners of NHS or social care must also have regard to this standard. Complying with the

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