Learning Disabilities (Moderate) - Building Daily Living Skills
Learning Disabilities (Moderate) - Building Daily Living Skills
A Guide for Care Workers and Support Workers
A Learning Disability-Focused Approach for Health and Social Care staff
Presentation in sections (with interactive learning activity case studies and reflective questions), 10 Handouts, End of Session Assessment (mix of multiple choice, True/False and short answer Questions), Trainer Aide Answer Key.
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Learning Objectives:
Understand the challenges individuals with moderate learning disabilities may face with daily living skills
Learn practical approaches to support development in cooking, shopping and laundry
Promote independence, dignity and choice
Enhance communication and person-centred support
Presentation (98 slides)
Aims and Objectives
Welcome
Learning Outcomes
Section - Moderate Learning Disabilities
Moderate Learning Disabilities
Common Cognitive Challenges
Common Social Challenges
Common Emotional Challenges
Examples of Daily Living Difficulties
Every Person is Different
Section - Importance of Daily Living Skills
Supports Independence and Self-Esteem
Improves Health and Wellbeing
Encourages Social Inclusion and Community Participation
Reduces Dependency on Others Over Time
Section - Person Centred Approach
Understanding Individual Needs, Preferences and Strengths
Involving Individuals in Planning and Goal Setting
Adapting Approaches Based on Learning Style
Building Rapport and Trust
Section - Teaching Strategies
Breaking Tasks into Manageable Steps
Using Visual Supports and Prompts
Repetition and Routine
Modelling and Guided Practice
Positive Reinforcement
Section - Skill Areas
Basic Cooking Skills: Safety
Basic Cooking Skills: Hygiene
Basic Cooking Skills: Recipes
Supporting Choice and Planning Meals
Cooking –Step by Step Guidance and Adapted Tools
Involving Individuals Meaningfully in Meal Preparation
Planning a Shopping List with the Individual
Budgeting and Money Skills
Supporting Navigation in Physical Shops
Supporting Online Shopping Skills
General Strategies for Support Workers
Role-Playing and Real-World Practice -Shopping
Laundry –Supporting Clothes Sorting Skills
Laundry –Teaching Washing Machine Use
Laundry –Support Strategies
Folding and Putting Clothes Away
Helpful Tools and Strategies
Creating Routines with Checklists or Pictorial Guides
Section - Health and Safety Considerations
Risk Assessments
Safe Use of Equipment
Promoting Safety While Supporting Learning
Supervision and Individualised Support
Supporting Effective Hand Hygiene
Teaching Safe Food Handling
Ensuring Safe Cooking and Storage
Maintaining a Clean and Safe Kitchen
Section - Communication and Support, Recording Progress and Outcomes
Clear Simple Language, Augmentative and Alternate Communication (AAC)
Active Listening, Patience, Feedback and Involvement
Setting SMART Goals
Recording Achievements and Areas for Development
Involving Individuals in Self-Assessment
Sharing Progress with Families/Carers (with Consent)
Section - Practical Examples & Case Studies
Scenario 1: Cooking Skills & Interactive Questions
How would you help John follow the recipe more easily?
What strategies could you use to keep him safe in the kitchen?
How would you encourage John to keep trying without feeling frustrated?
Scenario 2: Shopping and Budgeting & Interactive Questions
How could you support Maria to plan her shopping list with a budget?
What advice would you give her about handling money at the till?
How could you help Maria check prices and make healthy choices?
Scenario 3: Laundry Routine & Interactive Questions
How would you teach Alex to sort clothes correctly?
What visual aids or checklists could support Alex with the washing machine?
How would you build Alex’s confidence to do laundry with less help?
Reflective Questions
Section - Barriers and How to Overcome Them
Common Obstacles
How to Overcome These Barriers
Strategies to Address Challenges
Why Involve Others?Signs You Might Need Help
Who Could Be Involved?
Recap of Key Messages
References and Further Reading
Word Documents
12 Handouts
End of Session Assessment
Trainer Aide Answer Key
HSC Training Link
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