The Aged Care Leisure and Lifestyle Guide (Second Edition)
Learning objectives
Chapter 1 Aged Care in Australia
To understand the needs of an ageing population in Australia
To learn what Home Care Packages are
To explore accommodation options for seniors
To understand more about Residential Aged Care Homes in Australia
To learn about Aged Care Funding Instrument (ACFI) and the Australian National Aged Care Classification
To understand some of the legislation related to aged care in Australia
To learn about the Aged Care Reform Package
To understand the purpose of organisations’ policies and procedures
Chapter 2 Quality Standards and Accreditation
To ascertain the purpose of accreditation standards
To become more familiar with the role of the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission
To become better prepared for visits by the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission
To understand the accreditation process
To become more familiar with the Aged Care Quality Standards
To become more compliant with the Aged Care Quality Standards
To discover which Aged Care Quality Standards relate to the Leisure and Lifestyle department
Chapter 3 Roles and Responsibilities of Leisure and Lifestyle Staff
To learn about the role and responsibilities of staff in the Leisure and Lifestyle department at Residential Aged Care Homes
To discover the importance of having a dedicated Leisure and Lifestyle team
Chapter 4 Four Recommended Models of Care
To learn about the Butterfly Household Model of Care
To learn about The Eden Alternative
To learn about Montessori
To learn about The CARE Model
Chapter 5 Creating Atmosphere
To learn how to create a homely atmosphere
To learn how to create a happy atmosphere
To learn how to create a welcoming atmosphere
To learn how to create a peaceful atmosphere
Chapter 6 Providing Wholistic Care
To learn how to meet residents physical needs
To learn how to meet residents social needs
To learn how to assist residents to gain more friends
To learn how to meet residents intellectual needs
To learn how to meet residents creative needs
Chapter 7 Providing Emotional Care
To understand the emotional needs of the residents
To learn how to help residents feel safe and secure
To learn how to help residents gain a sense of belonging
To learn how to help residents gain a sense of purpose
To learn how to help residents feel cared for
To learn how to help residents feel loved
Chapter 8 Person Centred Care
To learn the basics of providing person centred care
To learn how to partner with a resident in writing a Life Story
To learn how to apply the ‘All about Me’ idea
Chapter 9 Celebrating Culture
To learn how to understand and celebrate a resident’s identity
To learn more about culture and linguistically diverse people
To learn how to provide a culturally safe environment
To learn how to celebrate culture at a Residential Aged Care Home
To learn to acknowledge the First Nations people
To learn the importance of having a Reconciliation Action Plan
To understand diversity in the context of Residential Aged Care
Chapter 10 Pastoral Care, Spirituality, and Religion
To understand what pastoral care is and how to respond pastorally
To learn about spirituality and how to cater for residents’ spiritual needs
To learn about religion and how to cater to residents’ religious needs
To learn how to incorporate spirituality in monthly programming
Chapter 11 Communication Skills
To learn how to connect with your residents
To learn how to communicate with your residents
To understand non-verbal communication
To improve communication among team members
To learn how to communicate with people who have communication barriers
Chapter 12 Counselling Skills
To understand the basics of psychological First Aid
To learn what an ‘accidental’ counsellor is
To learn basic counselling skills
Chapter 13 Personalised Care for People with Various Impairments
To learn how to care for people who are vision impaired
To learn how to care for people who are hearing impaired
To learn how to care for people who have cognition impairment
To learn how to care for residents who exhibit difficult behaviour
Chapter 14 Caring for Residents Living with Dementia
To learn about the stages of dementia
To learn ideas for caring for people who are living with dementia
To learn ideas of how to communicate with people living with dementia
To learn some sundowning strategies
Chapter 15 Caring for Residents who are Grieving
To identify the multiple losses residents have had
To understand bereavement
To learn how to respond to someone who is grieving
To learn how to care for someone who is grieving
Chapter 16 Caring for Residents who are Depressed
To understand what depression is and how to recognise the signs
To learn how to care for a resident with depression
To learn how to care for a resident who is feeling suicidal
Chapter 17 Caring for Residents who are Dying
To understand what an Advanced Care Plan is
To learn how to care for someone who is dying
To learn how to care for the family of someone who is dying
To understand the importance of honouring the person after they have passed away
To learn how to prepare and conduct a memorial service
Chapter 18 Documentation
To learn the guidelines of documentation
To learn how to write clear and concise Progress Notes
To learn how to create comprehensive Leisure and Lifestyle Assessments
To learn how to create comprehensive Leisure and Lifestyle Care Plans
To learn how to complete a Leisure and Lifestyle Care Plan Review
To learn how to complete Activity Reviews
Chapter 19 Various Leisure and Lifestyle Responsibilities
To learn how to do Risk Assessments
To learn the appropriate documentation for bus outings
To learn about Continuous Improvement
To learn how to conduct Resident Meetings
To learn how to create dynamic Monthly Programs
To learn some newsletter writing tips
Chapter 20 Efficient Workplace Practices
To learn basic Work Health and Safety practices in Residential Aged Care Homes
To learn good work ethic skills
To learn how to manage finances for the Leisure and Lifestyle department
To learn excellent time management skills
To learn organisational skills
To learn some ideas on managing a team
Chapter 21 Dealing with Harassment and Bullying
To learn how to deal with harassment from residents
To learn how to deal with harassment from family members of residents
To learn how to deal with harassment from co-workers
To learn how to deal with harassment from management
To discover some essential keys to conflict resolution
Chapter 22 Dealing with Elder Abuse
To create an awareness of elder abuse
To learn how to recognise elder abuse
To learn how to intervene and how to report elder abuse
To learn elder abuse prevention strategies
Chapter 23 Community Engagement
To learn about intergenerational engagement
To learn about interfacility engagement
To learn how to boost the volunteer program
To learn ideas for guest speakers
To learn other ways residents can remain connected in their local communities
Chapter 24 Engaging and Interesting Activities
To learn the purpose for providing meaningful activities
To understand the importance of safe food handling
To explore the variety of activities currently being implemented in Residential Aged Care Homes
To learn about sensory activities
To learn how to link the activities with the Aged Care Quality Standards
To be inspired by the effectiveness of pet therapy
Chapter 25 Practicing Self-care
To learn how to practice self-care
To learn stress management strategies
To explore ways to cope with grief
Chapter 26 Coping with Covid -19
To learn how meet resident’s needs during lockdown and restrictions
To learn how to practice good hygiene practices
Supporting our Resident's Needs
Module 1. Supporting the Need to Belong
Module 2. Supporting the Need to be Culturally Safe
Module 3. Supporting the Need to Celebrate Identity
Module 4. Supporting Creative and Intellectual Needs
Module 5. Supporting Emotional Needs
Module 6. Supporting Spiritual Needs
Module 7. Supporting the Need to Experience Happiness
Module 8. Supporting the Need to Have a Sense of Purpose
Module 9. Supporting the Need to be Cared for, to feel Safe and Loved
Module 10. Supporting the Needs of Someone who is Dying
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