The family as a Managerial Unit Flashcards
What does the efficient family resource management contribute to the smooth running of?
The smooth running of a household
What are the four main areas of family life that can be managed?
Household finances
Cleaning
Meal planning
School/activities schedule
How can household finances be managed?
Families can create a plan for spending (budget) to meet financial goals such as making sure bills are paid
What skills are used when managing household finances?
3
Money management
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Organisational skills
What are the end results of managing household finances?
3
Family needs are met
Debt is avoided
Savings are made
How can household cleaning be managed?
Families can organise a cleaning schedule with specific jobs for each family member
What skills are used when managing household cleaning?
3
Organisational skills
Planning skills
Time management skills
What are the end results of managing household cleaning?
2
Homes will be cleaner for all family members
The risk of health problems such as asthma is lessened
How can household meal planning be managed?
Families can organise a weekly meal plan and shopping list
What skills are used when managing household meal planning?
3
Organisational skills
Planning skills
Budgeting skills
What are the end results of managing household meal planning?
(3)
Family meals are planned a week ahead and all the necessary ingredients are available
Less food is wasted
Less reliance on ready meals
How can a school/activities schedule be managed?
Families can organise routines for school drop-offs and extracurricular activities
What skills are used when managing a school/activities schedule?
(2)
Planning skills
Time management skills
What are the end results of managing a school/activities schedule?
Children will be dropped to and collected from school and extracurricular activities on time
