Caregiver Guide-tailored caregiving support

Example

Guidance includes step-by-step instructions on administering oral medication to a person with dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), including preparing a safe environment, ensuring the correct posture to prevent choking, and monitoring the individual post-administration to ensure the medication is swallowed correctly.

Scenario

A caregiver at a residential care home needs to administer a new prescription to a resident who has dysphagia and is anxious about taking medications. Using the guide, the caregiver successfully administers the medication while keeping the resident calm and ensuring safety.

Example

This includes techniques for managing anxiety in individuals with autism, such as deep pressure therapy, creating a predictable schedule, and using non-verbal communication to reassure and support the individual.

Scenario

During a community outing, a person with autism begins to show signs of stress due to an unexpected change in routine. The caregiver uses techniques suggested by Caregiver Guide to provide immediate deep pressure feedback, helping to calm the individual and allow them to continue participating in the activity.

Example

Strategies include using visual aids, tailored speech patterns, and body language to improve understanding and interaction with non-verbal or minimally verbal individuals.

Scenario

A caregiver uses pictorial schedules to assist a non-verbal adult in understanding the day’s activities, thereby reducing frustration and enhancing the individual’s ability to participate fully in planned activities.