Dementia Care - Safeguarding Awareness Level 2
Dementia Care - Safeguarding Awareness Level 2
Presentation, 9 x Handouts, 9 x Case Studies/Learning Activities, End of Session Multiple Choice Assessment.
Presentation is in sections - Presentation also includes Discussion/Reflection Questions.
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Aims and Objectives:
Overall Aim - To develop an understanding of safeguarding principles in dementia care, enabling staff to recognise, respond to and prevent abuse or neglect.
Learning Objectives:
Identify the signs and types of abuse and neglect in individuals with dementia.
Understand the legal and organisational safeguarding responsibilities in dementia care.
Demonstrate appropriate actions to take when concerns about safeguarding arise
Presentation (129 Slides)
Aims and Objectives
Welcome and Introduction
Importance of Safeguarding in Dementia Care
SECTION - Understanding Dementia and Vulnerability
What is Dementia?
Common Types of Dementia
Key Symptoms of Dementia
Impact on Vulnerability to Abuse and Neglect
How Dementia Increases Vulnerability
Reflection/Discussion Questions
SECTION - Types and Signs of Abuse and Neglect
Types of Physical Abuse
Possible Signs in a Person With Dementia
Types of Abuse -Emotional (Psychological) Abuse
Possible Signs in a Person With Dementia
Types of Abuse –Financial Abuse
Possible Signs in a Person With Dementia
Types of Abuse –Sexual Abuse
Possible Signs in a Person With Dementia
Types of Abuse –Institutional Abuse
Possible Signs in a Person With Dementia
Examples of Physical Neglect
Examples of Medical Neglect
Examples of Emotional/Social Neglect
Examples of Environmental Neglect
Reflection/Discussion Questions
Signs of Neglect in Care Records
Physical Signs of Neglect
Behavioural Signs of Neglect
Self-Neglect
Signs of Physical Self Neglect in Dementia
Environmental Signs of Self Neglect in Dementia
Types of Self Neglect –Refusal of Help or Services
Behavioural and Emotional Signs of Self Neglect in Dementia
Reflection/Discussion Questions
Key Indicators of Abuse and Neglect
Warning Signs of Physical Abuse
Warning Signs of Emotional (Psychological) Abuse
Warning Signs of Sexual Abuse
Warning Signs of Financial Abuse
Warning Signs of Neglect
Reflection/Discussion Questions
If You Observe any Signs or Indicators of Abuse or Neglect
SECTION - Legal Safeguarding Responsibilities
Safeguarding Responsibilities
The Care Act 2014
Key Provisions of the Care Act 2014
Care Act 2014 –Key Safeguarding Duties
The Mental Capacity Act (MCA) 2005
Key Principles of the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) 2005
Assessing Mental Capacity
Key Safeguarding Duties under the MCA
The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 and Human Rights Act 1998
Keys Responsibilities in Safeguarding
Organisational Safeguarding Procedures
Action Steps if Abuse or Neglect is Suspected
Case Example: Application of the Care Act and MCA
Reflection/Discussion Question
SECTION - Organisational Responsibilities -Safeguarding Policies and Procedures
Introduction to Safeguarding Policies and Procedures
Safeguarding Policies and Procedures
Key Components of Safeguarding Policies
The Safeguarding Procedure: Key Steps
Reporting Safeguarding Concerns
Confidentiality in Reporting
The Role of the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
Safeguarding in Practice: Case Study Example
Importance of Adhering to Safeguarding Policies and Procedures
Reflection/Discussion Question
SECTION - The Role of Care Staff in Safeguarding
Introduction to the Role of Care Staff in Safeguarding
Key Responsibilities of Care Staff
Professional Boundaries and Ethical Considerations
The Importance of Regular Training and Awareness
Working in Partnership with Other Agencies
Key Points to Remember
Reflection/Discussion Question
Conclusion
SECTION - Responding to Safeguarding Concerns
How to Report Concerns Appropriately
Steps 1 and 2
Steps 3, 4 and 5
The Importance of Accurate Record-Keeping
Why Accurate Record-Keeping is Important
How to Maintain Accurate Records
Whistleblowing and Professional Responsibility
Whistleblowing in Safeguarding
Why is Whistleblowing Important?
Whistleblowing Procedures
Legal Protections for Whistleblowers
Reflection/Discussion Question
SECTION - Preventing Abuse in Dementia Care
Promoting Dignity and Respect in Dementia Care
Key Principles to Promote Dignity and Respect
How to Promote Dignity in Practice
Safe Care Environments and Person-Centred Approaches
Creating a Safe Care Environment
Person-Centred Care
Staff Training
Maintaining Professional Boundaries
Training and Boundaries in Action
Reflection/Discussion Question
SECTION - Recap and Key Takeaways
Recap and Key Takeaways
References and Further Reading
Word Documents
9 x Handouts
9 x Case Studies/Learning Activities
End of Session Multiple Choice Assessment.
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