They may not be given the oppourtunity to be involved just because other's haven't got the time of day for them. Due to how dementia affects a client may mean they can not adjust to the time it is now and may be stuck in their past. This may mean they cannot understand what is being asked of them. 1.4 When caring for person with dementia we must remember they are an individual and need to be included in all
Person-centered values provide a foundation on which we can base and build our practice. We need to understand what the values are, how we can promote them and why they are important. A value is simply what is important in the life of the person we are supporting. These are the person centered values; Individuality, rights, choices, privacy, independence, dignity, respect, partnership, equal opportunities. 1.2 person centered values are important with care plans as Care planning is all about improving the lives of those who receive care.
It places the person at the centre of all - thinking, discussions, processes and procedures. The person-centred approach also sees the interactions between the person and different elements within their support systems as being of paramount importance, and therefore places emphasis on supporting the system that supports the person i.e. the family and friends, and other professionals. It discovers and acts on what is important to the person. In dementia care is a key aspect of best practice.
Unit 52 Equality,diversity and inclusion in dementia care practice 1. Understand that each individual's experience of dementia is unique. 1.1 Explain why it is important to recognise and respect an individual's heritage. Recognising and respecting an individual's heritage is very important in a social care environment as it is what makes them who they are today. When we learn about a person's heritage we will understand the person's character, their likes and dislikes and their habits.
It is important we work in this way in order to promote individuality, this allow individuals to make informed decisions and choices, as well as understand the consequences as well as possible risks of such decisions and choice that may well relate to their own health and wellbeing. We must do this within the appreciation of rights within the care value base. We can uphold this by empowering individuals to maintain their own independence. Each individual should have the right to privacy which encourages that person to maintain dignity and self-respect. Whilst respecting the individuals diversity cultures and values.
1.1 Explain why it is important to recognise and respect an individual’s heritage. Recognising and respecting an indivuduals heritage is important as it is one of the things that make them who they are. Their heritage can be used to help identify their likes/dislikes, interests and personal history meaning carers are able to provide care most suited to the individual. It also means carers are able to communicate with them about things such as their hobbies, their childhood and their personal experiences in life. It shows respect for their culture, language and religion, enables the individual to feel valued and also prevents isolation as it can help maintain or create relationships with others within a social care environment.
This makes communication challenging and the care worker needs to learn strategies to improve her sensitivity. Some staff will work with clients with dementia and need a background in this area, to make them better workers and more effective communicators 1.2 - It is important to ‘lead’ in a proactive way, so that
The helping professional must show special care and consideration for the client’s culture and background as important factors when providing the level of care and attention each client deserves and to demonstrate a respect for the encompassing values and beliefs conducive with the personal dimensions of identity relative to each of his/her clients (Murphy 40). Because of the cultural diversity richly present in our world today, human service professionals will undoubtedly come into contact with clients from many walks of life and those that certainly differ from their own personal level of familiarity. All people, human service professionals included, have their own personal values, beliefs, prejudices and stereotypes that play an important role in defining who we are, where we come from, what we support and what we consider invaluable aspects to our personal identities/culture. As professionals aiding in the helping process, stereotyping a client might
Service workers should protect service users and make them comfortable, so they can feel that they can trust professionals. Service users should be safeguarded from danger and harm, and be supported in the way that protects them. Respect- It is Important for service workers to treat service users with respect and dignity in order to have positive relationships with them. Service workers should be polite and treat service users with manners and make them feel good about themselves. Every individual service user should be treated with the same level of respect.
1.2 Different working relationships in a Health and Social Care setting. There are many different types of working relationships in a Health and Social Care setting that all play a vital part in providing and making sure that care for individuals is upheld. These may include the actual person who is in need of support, their family and the person’s friends. The relationship between the carer and the individual needing support would be quite formal but it is important to be warm and friendly as well as polite and respectful. It is important to remain professional but at the same a certain element of empathy will be required.