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Caregiving is a rewarding but demanding job, and whether you're on the front lines as a care worker or managing the team as a care manager, balancing time and workload can feel like an uphill battle. But fear not! With the right strategies, you can lighten the load, reduce stress, and improve the quality of care you provide. Here’s how to tackle time management and workload like a pro!
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This day is dedicated to celebrating the caregivers who work tirelessly to support those in need. The International Day of Care and Support is more than just a calendar date; it's a global recognition of the importance of care and the crucial role it plays in shaping an inclusive and resilient future.
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Caregiving is a profession rooted in compassion, skill, and dedication. In the UK, around 14,000 registered domiciliary care providers support a workforce of approximately 860,000 care workers within the adult social care sector. These caregivers play a vital role in helping individuals live with dignity and comfort. Despite the crucial importance of this work, the caregiving profession often goes unrecognised.
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Care work is demanding and requires constant vigilance. Encountering challenging behaviours in care settings or within a support recipient's home is common and can become difficult to manage if not addressed. According to the NHS, challenging behaviours include aggression, self-harm, and disruptiveness. Mastering de-escalation techniques is crucial for maintaining safety and support.
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In today’s fast-paced care environment, relying on outdated methods like paper records, manual scheduling, or just emailing can hold you back. Elate exemplifies the embrace of a major shift towards digital solutions, offering an all-in-one software that empowers care managers, care workers, and support recipients with innovative tools for seamless care management, auditing, rostering, and finance, thereby enhancing both efficiency and quality of care.
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In today's rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, tailoring care plans to meet individual needs and preferences has become paramount. By 2040, nearly one in seven people is projected to be over 75, leading to a steadily increasing demand for caregiving services due to ageing populations and the rising prevalence of chronic conditions.
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This blog delves into the critical role of communication in caregiving relationships and how to effectively resolve conflicts and overcome communication barriers.
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Mindfulness meditation involves bringing our attention to the present moment, cultivating awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations without judgement. This practice can help reduce stress, anxiety, and overwhelm, and promote a sense of calm and clarity amidst the challenges of caregiving.
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