How language sets the tone for different working relationships

Published: 28/04/2021

Rebecca Quigley reflects on how providers see the relationship with Liverpool City Region and their framework as different, but in a good way!

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Quigley, R. (2021). How language sets the tone for different working relationships. Dartington: Research in Practice.

Rebecca Quigley reflects on how providers see the relationship with Liverpool City Region and their framework as different, but in a good way!

The tone has been set for different working relationships. For example, the use of language is changing - ‘respite’ can have negative connotations for the child so is now described as ‘short break’, as everyone needs a short break sometimes. The concept of love is talked about openly and put back into the equation.

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