The principles for supporting someone to ‘live well’ in 24-hour care, is very similar to so supporting someone who is living independently.
The best approach to supporting someone to live well in 24-hour is to take a person-centred approach. Take the time to get to know them, where they have come from, what they have done, about their family and friends, likes, and dislikes, daily routines. This will help to understand how best to approach and care for someone.
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- Daily routines – having a daily routine provides familiarity, the person knows what is happening and expected of them.
- Environment - the environment should feel comfortable to the person, not too hot, cold, bright, noisy. The environment can contribute to a person feeling upset and agitated.
- Maximise a person’s health – this may include ensuring glasses and hearing aids are available and suitable for the person.
- Staying active and involved – can help to reduce feelings of stress, frustration, and boredom.
- Ensure activities are meaningful to the individual
In relation to supporting and caring for someone with dementia, the Alzheimer’s Society provide some really helpful advice, which can be found via this link Understanding and supporting a person with dementia | Alzheimer's Society.
