Domiciliary and workplace care Flashcards
What is Domiciliary and workplace care?
A high proportion of care takes place at home. Care at home is called Domiciliary care. Some care might also be provided in the workplace. you need to remember that carers must e safe at work, wherever they work.
Why do we use Domiciliary care?
People who have illnesses, can often be very independent, and domiciliary care is used because people who are able to live independently at home are usually happier and healthier than people who need hospital or residential care. This is done of the reasons why domiciliary care is provided and independence is a key principle.
What is the purpose of Workplace care?
Codes of practice and health and safety regulations are designed to ensure the safety of all people in health and social care settings. people who use services need to be safe and so do the people who work there. Some places of work support employees with specific needs, for example limited mobility capabilities or hearing impairments. there may also be provision of services such as counselling. A health and safety officer might give advice on safety at work.
What are the different types of Domiciliary care?
Formal care is provided by paid staff. they are referred to as home helps, care assistants or carers. they have qualifications and undergo training to carry out their roles.
Informal care is provided by family members, relatives and friends, who are not paid. Sometimes informal care is provided by children.
Voluntary sector, both formal and informal care is often provided by people and services within the voluntary sector.
What are young carers?
Young carers often have to grow up fast as they take on adult roles within the family. they may suffer from stress and isolation, and the effects of poverty. they often miss out on schooling and other opportunities, which limits their long-term life chances.
What is Respite care?
Respite care gives an informal carer a short break away from caring for a particular individual. The Care Act 2014 sets out rights of adults who provide care. one of these rights is an assessment of their needs as a carer, which might include respite care. Respite care might include home care services or residential or nursing care. for example a carer might receive a break from providing overnight care with a replacement carer provided in the home, so they can catch up on their sleep, some hospices provide high-level respite care in the home to give the carer a break. Alternatively, the person being cared for might move intro residential or nursing care for a short stay while the carer has a break, or attend some day care activities away from home. supported holidays for the carer and person being cared for might also be arranged.
