Sensory Loss: Vision and Hearing

Sensory Loss: Vision and HearingCourse Description: There are physical, psychological and practical difficulties associated with low vision and hearing. Equip yourself with strategies to support people with low vision and hearing. Learning Outcomes: After completing this course, participants should be able to: Understand age related changes to the eyes and ears Detect signs of vision and hearing loss Identify practical strategies to support people with low vision and loss of hearing

Recognise the impact of poorly maintained support devices on the older person’s quality of life

Describe practical approaches to the management of UTIs in the care home

Identify the risks involved in using bed rails inappropriately

Define employee engagement and engaging leadership

Workplace bullying can have severe consequences to individuals and organisations

This course is appropriate for All Staff

Consider the potential impact of personal stress on your health and wellbeing and discover strategies to implement whilst at work

This course is appropriate for New Care Staff

Three areas in which a lone worker might feel vulnerable to risks include travelling for work

The roles that each team member plays to make each inspection effective

Individuals living with a diagnosed anxiety disorder share their insights — including potential triggers

explains how staff can recognise the signs and symptoms and outlines management and treatment options