Personal care is a central role of the Carer and it is important that personal care is carried out professionally and with compassion, sensitivity and diligence. This bite-sized course will give participants the knowledge, skills and confidence to make a positive difference to people’s sense of self and dignity.  

Course outline: 

• Looking at the real personal care issues  
• Exploring and working through any internal barriers such as embarrassment 
• Knowing how to safeguard yourself and your Service User 
• Person centred approach: plan - do – review 
• Best practice for personal hygiene: skin, hair, oral hygiene, etc 
• Special issues: Catheter care, etc 
• Assisting someone with personal care needs 
• Promoting dignity, independence and choice
• Action planning