Service users are more likely to confide in carers which they trust and therefore will help to build their working professional relationship. Aiii Identify three ways of finding out the communication and language needs of an individual. For each method, describe how effective it is at establishing the needs of the individual. Asking the individual - this would enable me to identify if the individual is hard of hearing and also if they understand the language in which I am asking. This is probably the best way of establishing their communication needs as I will be able to gain an immediate understanding.
1.1 The reason why people communicate is to insure everyone has the correct information and instructions to follow, it also allows people to share ideas and experiences, express their feelings, socialize and ask questions. Communication enables people to build and maintain relationships with service users and work colleagues, to create a better working environment. It is easier for work colleagues to discuss and raise any concerns about a service user than to read in the care plan. 1.2 Communication can lead to good or poor service within an adult social care setting. Good communication with service users encourages participation in activities therefore promoting equality within the care setting.
Effective communication in the health and social care sitting is very important as it allows the health care workers, perform their rules effectively allowing them to work alongside their colleagues whilst developing supportive friends with the users of the service who come from different types of background ect.... People with communication disability are at risk of not being able to communicate effectively with their health care professionals and this could have an impact on their health.¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬ Contexts of communication in health and use and social care In health and social care professionals have to develop effective communication skills in order to work with the diverse range of people who work in the social care. The two contents, or types of circumstances, in which communication and interaction occur are one to one group contexts One to one communication occurs when one person speak with or writes to another individual. This happens when someone who is living in a care home might want to meet and talk to a care professional because they might have health worries or personal concerns. For example one to one communication also occurs when care professionals meet with and talk to each other or with the partners, relatives or friends of people receiving care. Communication in one to one situation is most effective when both parties are relaxed
Eventually, I was able to assist Mr Brooks with his personal hygiene needs and was also able to follow the standard procedure. It was a positive experience for me personally. Assisting patient to meet their hygiene needs is a very important part of nursing care (Baillie 2005). The Department of Health (2007) outlined the importance of meeting needs and improving patient care as ‘getting the basic’. Staying with the patient and eventually sees him calm and smile again somewhat makes me feel proud of myself and our team making the patient a happy person again.
Messages can be sent to people through gestures; Facial expressions; Hand gestures; Body language. Messages can also be sent through sign language, Braille, text messaging, written communication etc. When working in a Health and Social caring environment, it is highly important to communicate effectively so you and your patient have a good understanding of what is being said to each other and also, so you can build a strong relationship with your client/ patient. Sometimes it may not be just the patient you have to communicate with, you may also have
People usually feel satisfied when they communicate well with individuals. Good communication enables individuals needs to be met and for care and support workers to feel, they are not just doing the job but doing it in a way that allows individuals to have choice and control over their lives. Good communication will enable you to build strong professional relationships based on trust. It is essential that the individuals you support trust you as you are working very closely with them to improve their lives and if you are providing personal care, you will be carrying out intimate tasks. Communication is an essential skill for worker who wants to do well in their setting; this communication can be between adults or children.
Report for governers’ meeting There are many differing ideas on the best way to communicate in health and social care and there are many strategies used by the many differing professionals working in health and social care. Using reflective listening skills is the practice of repeating or paraphrasing what the patient has said. It is one of the most effective ways to ensure good communication because it keeps the cycle of communication going and shows that you have an interest in the client. This is also a good way of building a person’s self esteem because it makes them feel as though they are being valued, that people want to listen to them and that what they are saying has some importance. To overcome assumptions, values or beliefs it is important to listen to what the person has to say as it will help you gain a greater understanding of them as a person and will allow you to treat them more equally if you understand their point of view.
Unit 1 – SHC 31 (1.2 + 1.2) People communicate for different reasons, to communicate between service users, other staff members/colleagues, managers etc. This can build trust and develop professional relationships which can all benefit service users, and carers alike. We need to communicate to be able to report changes in a patient’s behaviour/their condition, when a patient has been admitted, communicating about the environment and ward routines. These are communicated through different means, depending on the individual’s needs i.e. spoken word, written word, through a translator if English is not their first language.
Positive verbal and non-verbal communication skills, such as being friendly, smiling and shaking hands when greeting the person, are needed to make a good first impression. People communicate to obtain and share information about service users with colleagues and other professionals to ensure the team is fully informed. May also need to communicate with a service user or a family member about the care and support they receive or, about the kinds of services and facilities that are available in a care setting. People communicate to express thoughts and ideas about care issues or about aspects of practice with colleagues. 1.2.
It gives them a greater sense of personal skills to find ways to living a more resourceful life, giving them the confidence to take positive steps towards a better sense of wellbeing. A counsellor abides by the code of ethics and practise. Will agree with a client a contract whereby the client is clear on what to expect from the beginning of the sessions. Allowing them to work through their issues with confidence. Other professions like teachers, doctors, solicitors and also friends, are thought by most clients to be like counsellors by them being in official roles.