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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe Different Areas of Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The range of care services that are provided varies quite considerably depending on the individuals you support. This gives you the freedom to align yourself with a role that fits your interests, specialism or skillset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Older People<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Caring for older people usually involves providing support for an older person who wants to continue living independently. Care can be provided through regular home visits during the day or at night. Alternatively, carers can be \u2018live-in\u2019 and provide round the clock support. As a carer for older people, you help extend their time at home. Where they can remain close to their friends and loved ones before potentially needing to move into a care home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Your duties can include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Housekeeping services<\/li>
- Cooking meals<\/li>
- Personal care<\/li>
- Domiciliary care<\/li>
- Mobility support<\/li>
- Administering medication<\/li>
- Companionship<\/li>
- Clearing the property of trip hazards<\/li>
- Supporting your client on trips outside the home<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Start gaining knowledge in this area with a Level 4 Certificate in Caring for Older People<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nPhysical Disabilities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Carers in this area work with people experiencing various physical disabilities and mobility problems. These could be something they are born with, brought on by health conditions, a result of accident or injury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Each physical disability will have its own limitations and can impact a person\u2019s ability to carry out daily chores and tasks. As their carer, you\u2019ll cater your service to their specific needs and assist them as required. Helping them with regular household and personal care duties. As well as reducing hazards in the home to ensure their safety and providing emotional support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In cases where clients have sustained life-altering injuries, courses related to trauma<\/strong><\/a> or counselling skills<\/strong><\/a> can be highly beneficial.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Learning Disabilities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Many parents or families of individuals with learning disabilities will care for them throughout their childhood. But with age, the individual’s needs can become greater or care can become too difficult for their families to perform alone. Carers trained to support individuals with learning disabilities can help people of all ages. But they\u2019re also a great aid for families of those transitioning to adult care services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Learning disabilities are unique to each individual. So your care will cater to each person’s strengths and needs. You\u2019ll support them with their development, social and communication skills. Plus, any other issues that arise as a result of their learning disability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You\u2019ll enable families and friends to have improved relationships with their loved ones. Whether that\u2019s because you\u2019ve introduced them to techniques that aid communication or identified what causes your clients frustrations. You can work with speech therapists to better your client’s language and speech. As well as provide the support that enables independence by helping them exercise choice and control over their life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Study courses that better equip you for Working with Individuals with Learning Difficulties<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nMental Health<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
As mental health problems are not typically visible, carers tend to provide more emotional support in this area over others. But they do still provide ample practical support for their clients. Depending on the nature of the illness certain behaviours can manifest so part of the role can be channelling behaviour or stopping the individual from hurting themselves or others, whether that\u2019s by accident or on purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can be helping those living with issues ranging from anxiety and depression to enduring personality disorders. As such, the needs of your clients will vary greatly. In many cases, they won\u2019t know or be able to communicate what these are. Requiring you to be constantly aware of their emotional state so you can judge their mood and react accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Aside from assisting with personal care and household duties, your responsibilities can include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Helping your clients budget and look after their finances<\/li>
- Supporting them to live with others in their family<\/li>
- Facilitating the families understanding of their loved one’s needs<\/li>
- Giving medicine or providing medical care<\/li>
- Attending appointments and advocating on their behalf<\/li>
- Ensuring they are safe<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Many courses are available<\/strong><\/a> to help you gain the skills to support individuals with their mental health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Skills you\u2019ll need to be an Effective Carer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Working in care can be one of the most fulfilling careers out there. But to be successful, certain personal qualities are required, in addition to the specialist knowledge for each area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To be considered for a care role, you need to be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Respectful \u2013 Safeguarding and maintaining your client’s dignity at all times.<\/li>
- Empathetic \u2013 Helping your client through their challenges and understanding the emotions they experience as they face new realities. \u00a0<\/li>
- Reliable \u2013 Understanding the impact of not meeting your responsibilities and ensuring your client’s needs are met on time.<\/li>
- Patient \u2013 Allowing your client all the time they need to perform tasks at their pace and reassuring them of their ability.<\/li>
- Positive \u2013 Encouraging your client to reach their goals and carry out independent duties where possible.<\/li>
- Practical \u2013 Happy to help with practical and personal care activities like bathing, using the toilet, period care or wound dressing.<\/li>
- Observant \u2013 Being in tune with the needs of their patient and picking up on signs of discomfort, distress or deterioration early.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nGet the Skills for Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
There are many routes into care, but to stand the best chance against the competition, it pays to have relevant qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
An Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health & Social Care)<\/a><\/strong> enables you to study a related degree at university. Where you can gain the essential knowledge and skills needed to maximise your job prospects in care work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You will study interesting and highly relevant topics like Cell Biology, Human Rights and the Law. You\u2019ll also understand how individuals are impacted by issues like Mental Health, Illness, Poverty, Dementia and the use of Recreational Drugs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With higher level qualifications in this area, you could pursue various care-related roles in Support Work, Adult Nursing and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stonebridge Associated Colleges<\/strong><\/a> is the leading UK distance learning provider. We offer many online courses that enable you to pursue your ideal career, many of which can equip you with the skills and confidence to work in care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Find out more about how you can get started with our Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health and Social Care)<\/strong><\/a> below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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