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Working with Older PeopleA variety of issues related to working with older people are covered in this section. These include subjects such as understanding the needs and requirements of older people, crisis intervention, attitudes towards older people and the negative effects of ageism, empowering older people to have choice, dealing with death, mental health in old age, healthy eating for older people and how to motivate a positive approach to living. The Effects of AgeismThis course looks at the negative effects of 'Ageism'. Participants will address their own views towards older people and how this reflects on the way they work.
Course OP1 One Day Equality for EldersEqual opportunity for older people is often overlooked. This course considers ways of promoting equality by using practical techniques. Participants will identify the benefits of promoting equality for elders in our society and practice effective methods to combat prejudice towards older people.
Course OP2 One Day Empowering the Older ClientGiving older people the right to decide and the right to say no is not always an easy task. Participants will consider how to support clients in a way that encourages decision making from them without making them feel pressurised.
Course OP3 One Day Risk Assessment and the Older ClientThis course reflects on the appropriateness of taking risks to enable older people to live a more independent lifestyle. Participants will look at legal issues and practice structured methods of assessing the element of risk involved in individual cases, to help them in developing their skills in this area of work.
Course OP4 One Day Elder Abuse - Hopes for a Safe FutureExplores and challenges the issues surrounding the complex nature of elder abuse and neglect. Participants consider the many forms of abuse that older people may experience and how to recognise and deal with them.
Course OP5 One Day A Healthy Lifestyle for EldersParticipants will consider practical methods of promoting ways for older people to live a healthier lifestyle, including activities, diet and using local resources.
Course OP6 Two Days Mental Health and Older PeopleLooks at mental disorders in old age including confusional states, dementias, depression and paranoid disorders. It concludes with a method of approach to mental disorders.
Course OP7 Two Day Death with DignityA course offering the opportunity for participants to gain knowledge of how to meet the needs of terminally ill people. Shows how to deal with the emotive feelings often expressed by the client, relatives and staff themselves. Also examines the specific needs of differing cultures.
Course OP8 One Day A Pattern for Living - Delivering Care Services to EldersAimed to develop skills and competence in the delivery of care services and promote professional practice. Participants will gain practical skills in the care of older people and develop a positive philosophy of promoting self-esteem and autonomy along with equality of opportunities for older people. Also covers the need for accurate documentation and dealing with crisis situations.
Course OP9 One Week Lifting and Handling SkillsThis course is specifically designed for staff who are required to assist in the movement of
clients as a part of their every day work. It addresses the implications of lifting and handling including EEC legislation. Participants will practice approved lifting techniques and demonstrate ways of gaining the confidence and co-operation of the client. Course OP10 One Day Caring for People with Mobility Problems
The course will consider safe practices and give practical experience in the use of walking aids and wheelchairs. Participants will gain knowledge and awareness of pressure areas and skin care. They will also develop skills in encouraging movement and exercise with clients. Course OP11 One Day Handling Death and BereavementWill develop participants skills of caring for someone who is terminally ill. Concentrates on how staff can use
appropriate methods and techniques to ensure the practical needs of the client are being met and also address the psychological and spiritual needs of clients - including those from differing cultures. Participants will consider appropriate approaches when talking to someone who is dying or has recently been bereaved and also people’s reactions to death. Course OP12 One Day Sensory Awareness
Course OP13 Three Days The Helpers HandbookProviding a valuable insight of the skills and situations that everyone who is involved in helping or caring for others need to be familiar with. This course is particularly suitable for those who need support in basic counselling for specific situations and short-term encounters.
Course OP14 Two Days Survival Skills for CarersThis course is designed to provide carers with an insight into a range of topics that are relevant in enabling them to develop and expand upon their skills and knowledge in the following areas: Help for Carers, Looking after yourself, Relationships and Feelings, Assertiveness, Benefits Money and Legal Matters, Setting up Support Systems. The course is aimed at those who are primary or informal carers and professional carers who have little or no experience. The course content can be adapted to cater for established professional carers who wish to update their skills and knowledge.
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