Implement Person-Centered Values

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Unit HSC 026 Implement person centred approaches in health and social care Unit HSC 026.1 - Understand person centred approaches for care and support. 1.1 - Define person-centred values Person-centred values include : · individuality , rights, choice, privacy, independence, dignity, respect, partnership. 1.2 - Explain why it is important to work in a way that embeds person centred values. · Taking into account person centred values makes me work better for the individual person, rather than imposing my own choices on them and taking away their own right to independence and choice 1.3 - Explain why risk-taking can be part of a person centred approach. · Taking risks means that you are able to choose and be in control of what you do.…show more content…
I also ensure them with gestures or stroke them to let them know that they are safe and all what is happening is a part of a loving care. Also when a person is not able to give consent to certain tasks, family members or responsible guardians can do that for them, and then we`ve got to act accordingly. Unfortunately despite the best purpose it may happen that another person cannot really make the very best choice for someone…show more content…
Increased independence and autonomy in what people do. An opportunity for individuals in health and social care settings to have a say in matters of direct concern to their lives. Increased opportunities for social contact and interpersonal relationships. Encouraging involvement and self-awareness. Individuals become more involved in the community and more aware of opportunities and what they can hope for themselves. Increased opportunities for learning and development of important skills, knowledge, education and employment. The secondary benefits: · can be described as benefits that occur as a result of active participation, but are not a direct aim of active participation. For example: Decreasing the likelihood of abuse. As the individual engages positively by actively participating in their personal care, the scope for abuse by others is reduced, decreasing vulnerability. As individuals gain in their self-confidence and self esteem they are less prone to exploitation and harm from others. 4.2 - Identify possible barriers to active participation: Discrimination means treating someone worse than other people for some reason. In some situations, discrimination is acted on based on: • age • disability • race • religion or belief • sex • sexual
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