Evaluating Autonomy in Older Adults

Evaluating Autonomy in Older Adults

This course equips you with essential skills to evaluate an older adult's autonomy, focusing on their ability to manage daily living activities. You will learn to assess crucial areas such as nutrition and hygiene, alongside identifying and evaluating psychosocial health. The programme helps you determine specific needs for assistance within a home care setting, ensuring support is tailored. By mastering these geriatric assessment techniques, you can effectively identify where help is needed while implementing strategies that promote the independence and dignity of older adults under your care. This is vital for providing person-centred support.