It’s not essentially the scope of a person’s network that is the most important thing but the value of the links for him (ie) family, friends, support workers and whether the regularity of contacts there but enough to meet their needs. Many vulnerable people lack meaningful networks because of their marginalised position in society. They miss out on the kind of informal support that is provided from their close network and resources, without this they won’t receive the help and support they require and need. With Steven having only one family member to support him he relies on other forms of linked networks such as a befriender who visits him twice a week as he feels isolated due to being bedbound and not out socialising, this is very important to him as well as his carers on a regular daily basis. These links come together on a regular basis to help Steven to improve his life, a process of person centred planning towards helping him develop a path that will fulfil his needs and dreams. Key essential with Steven is continuous commitment, communication and changes and updates that are all noted in care plan always, for him to view and all involved within his …show more content…
Information of Service User: Mr Steven, lives at home alone with his small dog, his dog is his best friend and his life revolves around his dog Taz and carers need to talk the dog a walk 3 times daily. Mr Stevens is bedbound and only has use of his right hand & arm, has no immediate family. Stevens religion is Jewish. Assessed Needs: Medication: bubble pack, assigned times & days, weekly drop off bubble packs from pharmacist to the home. Continuity: Conveen sheaths and urine bags to improve quality of life compared to absorbent products. Hygiene: Shower and a shave every second day and aided from his bedroom to bathroom by a shower wheelchair. Every other day he will have a bed bath to maintain his