accessible to various disabilities that her elderly residents may have. Liz Brown and her staff eagerly make accommodations for each resident and in the best interest of the whole building through using the principles of universal design. Although numerous changes have been made for better accessibility, Abundant Life is still working on creating a fully accessible building. Initially, the parking lot was extremely accommodating to the residents who still drive. The…
: Resident stated “I do not have any friends here. I wouldn’t remember their names anyway” and “I am not really a part of this community.” Patient feels that her daughter is her only support. O: Resident does not interact with other patients during my shift. She does not go to many community activities. Resident did not talk to the other residents when she was involved in a group collaboration activity. A: Impaired social interaction related to disturbed thought processes aeb apparent lack of…
Staff satisfaction is also said to be increased. This could be possible if residents are happier and more engaged as they are according to Camp (2010). The sense of achievement gained by residents when they master a skill or spend time engaged with staff and other residents may reduce BPSD and create a healthier environment. Employing Montessori techniques, or creating a Montessori environments, as MASSA (2017) describes…
For one of my assignments I have been asked to produce an introduction booklet about equality and diversity for care workers, I am going to explain and give them an understanding on how they can enforce good practice ensuring that the residents at the care home can receive the best possible care. In this introduction programme I am going to talk about the difference between non-discriminatory practice and discriminatory practice and I am going to explain what should and shouldn’t be happening in…
I wanted. When talking with our resident I realized that she had experienced a lot of loss in her life, her son, her grandson, and her sister. Although she played it off like it was not a big deal to her, I wish that I had known how to approach the conversation of asking what happened and what was your favorite memory with this person, instead of just letting her play it off. I think that many of her losses were long ago, so she…
generally state that I achieved my three goals - Enhance my skills in the acute setting on the first floor of the facility, distinguish the use of collaboration within the facility, and to leave a lasting impression on both the facility and the residents. Because I shadowed a nurse on the first floor, rather than a CNA, my experience this week rested highly beneficial and thought provoking. Although I stood able to interpret more of a nurse’s role this week, sadly, I did not get to practice all…
The residents fell in their apartments, why? What personnel, procedure, and equipment changes have contributed to the almost three-time increase in falls among residents living alone in their apartments (Primaris, n.d.)? What lack of current staff, processes, and equipment’s used within the facility has contributed to this increase in falls? Where did the resident fall, and what was occurring before the resident fell? Personnel to be interviewed Administrator: What procedure, policies, and…
its finest. Each apartment includes a living room, kitchenette, spacious closets, and nearby parking. Residents can enjoy restaurant-style dining where they are provided with three meals each day. The meals are prepared in a homemade fashion and individuals can enjoy their meal while visiting with other…
Acceptance Never Ends Even in a Nursing Home: The Purpose of Popularity Amongst Residents at Montgomery Care Center Coffee and News Activity Group Setting I walk through the doors of the Montgomery Care Center. Inside there is a small living room to the right with typically one resident watching television and to the right, a window into an office. I wave at the woman at the desk and then sign in at the visitor’s book. I then head right at the end of the hallway and make my way down the…
all Residents in facility are provided with pleasurable, supportive dining environment for all meals, beverage and snacks so they consume and enjoy the majority of the meals, and receive quality nutrition care appropriate for their medical conditions, personal needs, and quality. Meals and the dining experience can play a very important role in maintaining the appetite, therefore the health of the residents in long term care facilities as a customer service in long term care. Use the Resident…