Support Networks Flashcards
What are the 3 types of support networks?
Advocacy Services.
Support Groups.
Informal Support.
What are advocacy services?
Someone speaks on behalf of an individual who is unable to.
They represent their wishes- ensuring their rights and needs are met.
May write letters, find information and go to meetings for them.
Examples: alzheimers, dementia, mental health issues or learning/physical disability.
SEAP
Help resolve issues or concerns about your health, wellbeing and social care services.
Enables people to express themselves- views and feelings are heard.
Ensures they’re in control of their own decisions- contributing to the services they use.
Mencap
Help support people with a learning disability.
They get to meet people with a similar situation- enables them to learn new skills.
Makes sure their voices, ideas and experiences shape their decisions.
Supports them to fight for their rights- enables them to realise their dreams.
What are support groups?
Help empower people to take control.
Provides comfort, advice, coping strategies and information.
Examples: illness, disability or experienced a traumatic life event.
Age UK
Provide companionship, advice and support for elderly people.
Provides social activities- reduced loneliness and maintains social connections with others.
Allows them to learn a new skill and hobby.
Helps with daily domestic tasks (shopping and laundry)
Childline
Children are able to talk to a counsellor about their worries and concerns.
They are trained so children are able to feel heard and respected.
They have to safeguard them against abuse and neglect.
Empowers children to make positive changes in their lives- boosting mental health.
What is informal support?
Support provided by individuals who people trust.
What can these individuals provide?
Emotional support.
Financial support.
Advice/information.
Personal care (showering).
Practical care (shopping).
Keep them company- have a chat.
