Care & Support Planning
Course Overview
This course is aimed at Care and Support staff across different settings, including Housing Support Teams who provide direct care. Organisations have a responsibility under the Care Act to ensure that care and support plans are person-centred, promote individual well-being, and include detailed information to deliver effective care in a person’s living environment.
By focusing on detailed planning and consistent monitoring, staff can support each individual’s physical and mental well-being, promptly addressing any changes or concerns. Early identification and action help reduce reliance on other services and minimise the need for individuals to leave their homes for additional care.
The course provides learners with the knowledge and skills to accurately record, store, and share information. It highlights how person-centred thinking influences care provision and stresses the importance of precise documentation in supporting care plan updates. Learners will also explore their role in implementing person-centred approaches, with particular emphasis on effective recording practices.
Course Criteria & Objectives
Duration: 3 hours
Criteria:
- What are care and support plans?
- The purpose of care and support plans
- Involving the individual in the planning process
- Key elements to include in care and support plans
- Appropriate use of terminology
- The benefits of person-centred thinking
- Core beliefs and values underpinning person-centred thinking and planning
Learning Objectives:
- Accurately complete daily notes and documentation to ensure any changes in physical or mental well-being are recorded and reported.
- Identify and follow preventative measures in place to help each individual avoid unnecessary hospitalisation or referrals to other services.
- Contribute to reports and documentation using professional language and terminology that accurately reflects an individual’s current abilities and physical and mental well-being.
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