Learning Objective 1 Flashcards
How do advocacy groups help individuals?
Offer free confidential advice
Mentor individuals in self advocacy
Provide projects which promote inclusion and community cohesion
Support individuals in meetings
Campaign to improve facilities
Involve individuals and help them to make decisions that are made about them
Speak to an employer on behalf of an individual
How do family and friends help individuals?
Offer free advice and guidance to what support is available
Offer to act as an advocate
Respect their wishes and autonomy
Active listening
Support by keeping in touch with them
Validate them and remind them that it isn’t their fault
What does confidentiality mean?
This means that information should only be shared on a need to know basis. You can not share any information with anyone else without the individuals consent. But there are exceptions, if an individual is at risk of harming others/themselves or being hurt by others.
What does consultation mean?
This means individuals should be asked their opinions and views about the type of care and activities they would like. Their opinions and views should be taken into account wherever possible.
What does the term ‘Right to life’ mean?
This means nobody is allowed to harm you and you are not aloud to harm others. Everyone’s life should be valued and respected. (This is one of the 6 rights).
How can you apply guidelines to protect people in care environments from abuse and harm?
Safeguarding procedures should be applied and followed at all times by staff to protect adults and children in all care environments. Health and safety legislation should be adhered too, for example fire drills and evacuation procedures. Risk assessments can also be carried out for activities/equipment for example using a hoist to lift and individual into a bath.
What is meant by the term ‘Equal and fair treatment?’
This means that individuals should be treated in accordance with the law and their needs. Everyone should be given the same opportunities to access HSC care.
What is safeguarding?
This means protecting people from harm or damage with an appropriate measure.
What is it means by the term ‘Choice?’
This means individuals have control over their own lives and this promotes independence. Overall, this increases self-esteem. (This is one of the 6 rights).
What is meant by the term ‘Promoting?’
This means to support or actively encourage.
What is meant by the term ‘Maintaining?’
This means to enable to continue.
What is meaning of Equality?
This means ensuring all people are treated fairly. All individuals must be given the same choice and opportunities regardless of their specific needs and differences.
What is the meaning of diversity?
This means understanding that each individual is unique, and recognising our individual differences. To value diversity means to accept and respect individuals differences.
What is the meaning of Rights?
This is the moral or legal entitlement to have to do or choose something and enshrined in legislation.
What support services are available?
Advocacy services
Support groups
Informal support
