This document provides advice to help care homes make the most of meal times for their residence. It looks at ways of ensuring that mealtimes are an enjoyable experience for older people living in a care home, that offer more choice and an opportunity for involvement and social interaction.
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This document provides advice to help care homes make the most of meal times for their residence. It looks at ways of ensuring that mealtimes are an enjoyable experience for older people living in a care home, that offer more choice and an opportunity for involvement and social interaction.
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nutrition, care homes, residents, older people, activities of daily living;
The aim of this document is to provide advice and guidance to staff assisting people with a learning disability in aspects of basic personal care. It covers the topics of personal hygiene, oral hygiene, fingernail and hand care, toenail and foot care, shaving, hair care, clothing. This supplements policy and guidance in the development of a personal support plan which forms part of the person centred plan.
The aim of this document is to provide advice and guidance to staff assisting people with a learning disability in aspects of basic personal care. It covers the topics of personal hygiene, oral hygiene, fingernail and hand care, toenail and foot care, shaving, hair care, clothing. This supplements policy and guidance in the development of a personal support plan which forms part of the person centred plan.
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learning disabilities, person-centred care, activities of daily living, adults, care planning, care workers;
The MDS manual comprises of a comprehensive background to the Minimum Data Set Resident Assessment Instrument. It consists of the policy and practice background to assessment of a clients needs from its development in the United States to its application in the United Kingdom, describing the benefits to clients, care homes and governments of a standard instrument for assessing need. An overview of the assessment tool follows with details of the 19 areas or domains that include such areas as activities of daily living, cognitive ability, rehabilitation, continence etc. Finally there is a section about risk problems, identified by the instrument, which influence care planning by the inclusion of best practice guidelines.
The MDS manual comprises of a comprehensive background to the Minimum Data Set Resident Assessment Instrument. It consists of the policy and practice background to assessment of a clients needs from its development in the United States to its application in the United Kingdom, describing the benefits to clients, care homes and governments of a standard instrument for assessing need. An overview of the assessment tool follows with details of the 19 areas or domains that include such areas as activities of daily living, cognitive ability, rehabilitation, continence etc. Finally there is a section about risk problems, identified by the instrument, which influence care planning by the inclusion of best practice guidelines.
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Author:CHALLIS David; et al; (eds) Title: UK long term care resident assessment instrument user's manual: MDS/RAI UK Publisher: InterRai, 2000
Summary
The MDS manual comprises a comprehensive background to the Minimum Data Set Resident Assessment Instrument. It consists of the policy and practice background to assessment of a client's needs from its development in the United States to its application in the United Kingdom , describing the benefits to clients, care homes and governments of a standard instrument for assessing need. An overview of the assessment tool follows with details of the 19 areas or domains that include such areas as activities of daily living, cognitive ability, rehabilitation, continence etc. Finally there is a section about risk problems, identified by the instrument, which influence care planning by the inclusion of best practice guidelines.
Context
This manual is a UK English translation/edition of the Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA) Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) training manual and resource guide, developed for use with version two of the MDS/RAI in the USA .
Contents
Chapter 1 is on MDS assessment policy and practice and includes sections on assessment and long term care, the MDS/RAI in the UK , and a nursing perspective. Chapter 2 gives an overview of the MDS/RAI: what it is, the process, its impact, application in the UK , uses of information in the MDS, ending with a description of the structure of the manual. Chapter 3 describes the item-by-item guide to the MDS. Chapter 4 is on completing the Resident Assessment Protocols (RAPs): what are they, how they are organised, what the process involves, different types of triggers, what to do if a resident always triggers the same RAP, when the Resident Assessment Instrument is mot enough, and the 18 RAPs. Chapter 5 covers linking assessment to individualised care plans: overview of the RAI and care planning, the care planning process, and key issues in care planning. Appendices give MDS assessment forms, CPS scoring rules, and examples of ASL, self-performance and support codings. The manual ends with a description of the MDS/RAI UK licence.
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needs, rehabilitation, standards, activities of daily living, assessment, care homes;
This guidance is primarily concerned with the provision of activities for older people in residential care homes. Evidence shows that providing a range of activities within care homes can improve residents’ quality of life. As the number of older people increases, and growing numbers reside in care homes, the challenge becomes even more urgent. This guidance outlines what constitutes ‘good’ activity provision within care homes for older people. A benchmark tool is provided to evaluate current practice and promote excellence.
This guidance is primarily concerned with the provision of activities for older people in residential care homes. Evidence shows that providing a range of activities within care homes can improve residents’ quality of life. As the number of older people increases, and growing numbers reside in care homes, the challenge becomes even more urgent. This guidance outlines what constitutes ‘good’ activity provision within care homes for older people. A benchmark tool is provided to evaluate current practice and promote excellence.
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older people, quality of life, residential care, residents, activities of daily living, care homes, good practice;
A framework to help allied health professionals (AHPs) in Scotland support people with dementia, their families and carers to live positive, fulfilling and independent lives for as long as possible. The document presents an evidence-informed case to support an approach to practice for AHPs working with people living with dementia with the intention of promoting local integration and implementation. The AHP approach reflects the fact that dementia affects people in very individual ways, and that people require tailored responses to best meet their needs, aspirations and wishes. It provides a foundational underpinning from which AHPs will be able to build, using their own skills, experience and understanding of the person to provide a service truly tailored to individual needs. The framework describes in detail the five key elements of the AHP approach, explaining why they matter and how professionals can implement them. These are: supporting families and carers; enhancing daily living; adapting everyday environments; maximising psychological wellbeing; and maximising physical wellbeing. The framework also outlines principles, ambitions and actions for change to support local integration and delivery of the AHP biopsychosocial approach to understanding dementia and delivering the AHP approach in every area of Scotland.
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A framework to help allied health professionals (AHPs) in Scotland support people with dementia, their families and carers to live positive, fulfilling and independent lives for as long as possible. The document presents an evidence-informed case to support an approach to practice for AHPs working with people living with dementia with the intention of promoting local integration and implementation. The AHP approach reflects the fact that dementia affects people in very individual ways, and that people require tailored responses to best meet their needs, aspirations and wishes. It provides a foundational underpinning from which AHPs will be able to build, using their own skills, experience and understanding of the person to provide a service truly tailored to individual needs. The framework describes in detail the five key elements of the AHP approach, explaining why they matter and how professionals can implement them. These are: supporting families and carers; enhancing daily living; adapting everyday environments; maximising psychological wellbeing; and maximising physical wellbeing. The framework also outlines principles, ambitions and actions for change to support local integration and delivery of the AHP biopsychosocial approach to understanding dementia and delivering the AHP approach in every area of Scotland.
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dementia, good practice, health professionals, skills, activities of daily living, home adaptations, wellbeing, integrated care, person-centred care;
An online toolkit containing practical ideas of how to support care home residents to live their lives doing the day-to-day activities that are important to them. As well as leisure and social activities, this may include tasks such as cooking or cleaning. It is based on the principle of 'Take the CUE', which means: to Connect with, Understand and Encourage residents. The toolkit is in five separate sections, each aimed at a different audience. These are: care home residents, their family and friends; care home staff, owners and managers; commissioners and inspectors; and occupational therapists. It also contains training materials and audit tools to review and evidence aspects of care such as personalisation and choice. The toolkit was developed using an External Reference Group, consultation with stakeholders and using feedback from pilots held in care homes.
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An online toolkit containing practical ideas of how to support care home residents to live their lives doing the day-to-day activities that are important to them. As well as leisure and social activities, this may include tasks such as cooking or cleaning. It is based on the principle of 'Take the CUE', which means: to Connect with, Understand and Encourage residents. The toolkit is in five separate sections, each aimed at a different audience. These are: care home residents, their family and friends; care home staff, owners and managers; commissioners and inspectors; and occupational therapists. It also contains training materials and audit tools to review and evidence aspects of care such as personalisation and choice. The toolkit was developed using an External Reference Group, consultation with stakeholders and using feedback from pilots held in care homes.
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care homes, residents, older people, activities of daily living, leisure activities, quality of life, occupational therapy, person-centred care, choice, wellbeing;
This good practice guide uses a person-centred approach to improving the quality of physical, social and psychological support for people with dementia. It is a useful resource for those living with dementia, their carers, and those working with them. Chapters cover enriched care planning, life story work; lifestyle and future wishes, health, capacity for doing, cognitive ability and life at the moment. Templates are provided for each chapter to help the person and their carer(s) to gather the information needed and to document person-centred actions and interventions. Real case examples are used to illustrate the care planning process. The approach has been piloted within a range of different dementia care settings including nursing and residential homes; housing schemes and with family carers.
This good practice guide uses a person-centred approach to improving the quality of physical, social and psychological support for people with dementia. It is a useful resource for those living with dementia, their carers, and those working with them. Chapters cover enriched care planning, life story work; lifestyle and future wishes, health, capacity for doing, cognitive ability and life at the moment. Templates are provided for each chapter to help the person and their carer(s) to gather the information needed and to document person-centred actions and interventions. Real case examples are used to illustrate the care planning process. The approach has been piloted within a range of different dementia care settings including nursing and residential homes; housing schemes and with family carers.
Subject terms:
life story work, personality, person-centred care, person-centred planning, activities of daily living, carers, care planning, dementia, health, good practice;
People with Down's syndrome are far more likely to develop dementia than the general population, and at a younger age - the average age of dementia onset is just 52 years, with death likely to occur within just six years . This new resource for family carers, staff and other professionals supporting people with Down syndrome, to help them with practical day to day issues, including: supporting a person to maintain skills and independence as long as possible; treating treatable conditions; understanding and responding appropriately to changes in behaviour, at early, middle and late stages of dementia; providing emotional reassurance for carers; improving the confidence of carers to look after individuals; iIdentifying local supports and resources; and being open to the problems that may arise, and help with tips and solutions to cope.
People with Down's syndrome are far more likely to develop dementia than the general population, and at a younger age - the average age of dementia onset is just 52 years, with death likely to occur within just six years . This new resource for family carers, staff and other professionals supporting people with Down syndrome, to help them with practical day to day issues, including: supporting a person to maintain skills and independence as long as possible; treating treatable conditions; understanding and responding appropriately to changes in behaviour, at early, middle and late stages of dementia; providing emotional reassurance for carers; improving the confidence of carers to look after individuals; iIdentifying local supports and resources; and being open to the problems that may arise, and help with tips and solutions to cope.
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learning disabilities, activities of daily living, adults, carers, communication disorders, dementia, Downs syndrome, emotions, health care, health needs;
Evidence-based guidance to health care providers on community interventions to detect and manage the declining physical and mental capacity of older people, and to deliver interventions in support of caregivers. The recommendations can act as the basis for national guidelines. They will require countries to place the needs and preferences of older adults at the centre, using a person-centred and integrated approach. The guidelines are organised into three modules: Module I - Declines in intrinsic capacity, including mobility loss, malnutrition, visual impairment and hearing loss, cognitive impairment, and depressive symptoms; Module II - Geriatric syndromes associated with care dependency, including urinary incontinence and risk of falls; Module III - Caregiver support: interventions to support caregiving and prevent caregiver strain. The conditions were selected because they express
reductions in physical and mental capacities and are strong independent predictors of mortality and care dependency in older age.
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Evidence-based guidance to health care providers on community interventions to detect and manage the declining physical and mental capacity of older people, and to deliver interventions in support of caregivers. The recommendations can act as the basis for national guidelines. They will require countries to place the needs and preferences of older adults at the centre, using a person-centred and integrated approach. The guidelines are organised into three modules: Module I - Declines in intrinsic capacity, including mobility loss, malnutrition, visual impairment and hearing loss, cognitive impairment, and depressive symptoms; Module II - Geriatric syndromes associated with care dependency, including urinary incontinence and risk of falls; Module III - Caregiver support: interventions to support caregiving and prevent caregiver strain. The conditions were selected because they express
reductions in physical and mental capacities and are strong independent predictors of mortality and care dependency in older age.
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Subject terms:
older people, person-centred care, integrated care, carers, intervention, activities of daily living, falls, mobility impairment, depression, sensory impairments, ageing, health care, cognitive impairment;
This book provides information for anyone working in day care, offering a hands-on guide to setting up new services and making the most of existing ones. This publication demonstrates that making a real difference is not just about the use of resources but about focusing on what really matters to people with dementia, their friends and family. The emphasis of the publication is on: careful and effective planning; feelings and emotions; understanding individuals; communication; and daily activities.
This book provides information for anyone working in day care, offering a hands-on guide to setting up new services and making the most of existing ones. This publication demonstrates that making a real difference is not just about the use of resources but about focusing on what really matters to people with dementia, their friends and family. The emphasis of the publication is on: careful and effective planning; feelings and emotions; understanding individuals; communication; and daily activities.
Subject terms:
older people, personality, planning, social care provision, activities of daily living, Alzheimers disease, communication, day centres, day services, dementia, emotions;