Activities Coordinator Guidelines for Assessment Portfolio : Activity coordinator, Assignment, OC, Ireland

Activities Coordinator Guidelines for Assessment Portfolio

The Portfolio is divided into Two Parts: Part A and B
Part A = Assignment 40%
Part B = Skills Report 60%

Guidelines for Part (A) Assignment

Title:
Discuss and illustrate understanding of the needs of people in care to have access to
meaningful activities in the promotion of wellbeing and quality of life.

Introduction:
Introduce self (as the writer), place of work (where applicable) and outline aims of assignment.

Role of the activity’s coordinator in care:

• In this section, provide an overview the role of the activity’s coordinator and what your responsibilities within the care setting are/would be.
• Outline why there is a need for an activity’s coordinator within the care setting, and how they can enhance client/resident’s care.

Understanding the impact of ageing:

• In this section illustrate an overview of how ageing impacts the older person, with regards, to emotional, psychological, social and financial needs.
• Look at the attitude and stereotyping that exist within the care sector towards the older person.
• Outline the importance of social engagement for the older person.

Importance of a person-centred approach:

• Outline the key elements and philosophy of person-centred care.
• The importance of involving the client in their plan of care regarding therapeutic activities and how it promotes autonomy and respect.
• Look at how it can be achieved in the care setting or improved upon.

Benefits of therapeutic and recreational activities:

• In this section discuss the benefits of therapeutic and recreational activities to the older person in relation to: Physical wellbeing, Psychological wellbeing and Social wellbeing. Support with types of activities that can enhance clients/resident’s wellbeing.
•  Outline how the client /resident, family members and members of the care team can be encouraged to be involved in the promotion and implementing of activities within the setting.
• Look at barriers to the successful implementation of an activities programme and how they could be addressed. Draw on own experiences or research evidence.

Comprehensive analysis and reflection of findings and logical conclusions and recommendations: 

• In this section, you are required to analyse and reflect on, new knowledge gained and provide recommendations for self.

Guidelines for Part (B) Skills Report

Title:

You are required to present a comprehensive report of how you have planned, implemented and evaluated a weekly activity plan for a chosen client in the care setting. Or present a comprehensive report of how you would plan, implement and evaluate a weekly activity plan for a chosen client in the care.

For each Skills Report you can:

1. Choose one of the case study profiles below to complete the reports and follow the guidelines provided to complete same. The below case studies are a brief overview of a client and you are free to interpret and expand upon the client history, background if you wish.

OR

2. Complete the assessment on a service user you have cared for during work placement or family member/relative you have cared for in the home, whereby you have been involved in assisting them with a recreational / therapeutic activity.

Case Study

One James Brown is a 75 year old male who was admitted into the nursing home in January 2020. Previous to this Mr. Brown was in St Vincent’s hospital following a stroke where he spent six months. Following the stroke Mr. Brown now uses a rollator. He has no difficulties transferring himself and needs no assistance. He is partially paralysed on the left side of his body, and sometimes his speech is a little slurred. Mr. Browns wife and son visited every few days. Prior to his retirement Mr. Brown worked in Dublin Dockyards and had a keen interest in swimming, hill walking and crossword puzzles.

Case Study

Two Alice Jones is 81 years old and was admitted to the residential home in 2019 from her home where she lived with her husband. Alice was diagnosed with dementia in 2016, she is forgetful and has a history of wandering and this increases her vulnerability. Unfortunately, Alice’s care needs could not be met at home due to her dementia. This cognitive decline also impacts on her physical and social ability as she requires support to maintain her daily activities of living. This includes personal care, nutrition, safety, mobility and guidance.

Case Study Three

Mary Walsh is 74 years of age, she is a widow of ten years, she has one daughter and one son, her son resides in Australia. Mary is currently residing in a nursing home and she has been diagnosed with dementia and is in the early stages. As an effect Mary suffers from short term memory loss. Mary also has restricted mobility as a result of a fall two years ago and suffered a fractured hip. Mary’s physical ability all though restricted is quite good. Mary uses a rollator for short to medium distance and a wheelchair for long distance or when going out, she has full mobility with her upper body and regularly attends physiotherapy

Case Study Four

Annie Smith is an 84 year old lady who still very much enjoys the activities of daily living. Annie has cognitive impairment and mobilises with the aid of a rollator, she also has arthritis and wears a hearing aid in her right ear. Annie has a regular diet and fluids and has a good appetite. Annie takes a lot of pride in her appearance and likes to wear nice clothes and to have her hair done.