The Needs Of LAC

Question 1

PHSYICAL 💤🌽⛹🏻⛑

• foster carers can bring the lac to regular gp, dentist and optician regularly
• the need for sleep can be met by routine bedtimes and own bedroom
• healthy balanced means with nutrients to stay healthy and energy for exercise
• promoting exercise by bringing to sports clubs

Answer 1

INTELLECTUAL📓

• lac educational attainment may be behind because of life experiences therefore carers should ensure they are always in school by not keeping them off
• reading books to them and taking interest in school work
• discuss age appropriate surrounding harm and abuse to give kids strategies of how to protect themselves

Question 2

EMOTIONAL👪👶🏼

• carers have to be patient and understanding of the needs of lac as they may be distressed having been removed from their parents care. They have more emotional and mental health needs.
• lac should receive appropriate love and affection and should receive birthday and other celebration presents

Answer 2

SOCIAL🏆

• if a child is allowed to maintain contact with their parents the carer should provide a reliable constant base where they can meet and communicate
• carer should encourage child to join sport clubs which will encourage friendships
• carer should encourage youth clubs to maintain friendships and discourage anti social behaviour