Personal Effectiveness

Synopsis

The programme, Provide Care for Elderly Persons at Home (Classroom-Based) aims to equip learners with the skills and knowledge to care for their elderly loved ones at home. This is conducted in our center’s simulation lab where learners will be immersed in group activities, role-plays and hands-on practices. The programme is conducted by qualified and registered Singaporean nurses and its syllabus includes the following:

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• Identify general needs of elderly persons • Maintain personal hygiene of elderly persons

• Prepare a safe toilet at home for elderly persons

• Prepare daily nutritional requirements for elderly persons

• Prevent growth of pressure sores

• Assist with ambulation and physiotherapeutic activities

• Perform basic home care

• Manage demands of caregiving