Free non-verbal communication bracelet QR code: speak for them in an emergency
Many non-verbal people understand everything said to them but cannot answer, and in an emergency that silence can be misread as confusion or refusal. A non-verbal communication ID with a QR code tells helpers how to communicate and who knows the person best.
Create a free ID with these stepsHow to communicate with a non-verbal person in an emergency
Steps summarised from Autism Spectrum Australia: Autism alert card. Last reviewed 13 October 2026.
Cannot speak (non-verbal)
- They cannot speak, but may understand you well. Talk to them, not about them.
- Ask yes/no questions and watch for a nod, gesture or pointing.
- Offer your phone or paper to type, write or point.
- Look for a communication card, app or device they carry.
- Call the contact on this card.
Call emergency services if: They are hurt or unwell · The contact on this card cannot be reached
What to include on your ID
- How you say yes and no
- The communication method or app you use
- Whether you understand spoken language well
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DigitalBracelet is a free information tool, not a medical device or a monitoring service. In an emergency, always call your local emergency number.