The Ridings Care Home Manager: Pauline Starr


 

ARBD UNIT - AIMS and OBJECTIVES

Physical well - being
A healthy lifestyle, including a nutritious and balanced diet, exercise, medical assistance and dental/ optical care
Supplemental Vitamin B complex and Thiamine
Not to be exposed to unreasonable risk
Freedom from ill-treatment and abuse including the misuse of medication
To have medical needs and medication regularly reviewed
To have proper care in relation to hygiene and physical comfort
Emotional well-being
To have access to the same range of activities and pastimes as other people within the locality of a similar age and background
To be treated fairly and with courtesy and respect
To have new experiences and opportunities for learning which are appropriate to the service users interests and abilities
To make choices and be involved in decisions which affect their lives
Respect by others for the service users cultural and religious background
To be cared for in a non-judgemental environment
Material well-being
Personal possessions
Clean and comfortable clothing which reflect the person's age, gender, race and personal preferences
Access to mobility aids and transport
A comfortable, clean and safe home
Social well-being
Acceptance by others
Opportunities for meeting other people including those without ARBD
Opportunities for religious observance
Representation where decisions which affect the service user are made, either directly or with support from an advocate who is independent of Dukeries Healthcare
Privacy
Access to confidential advice and support

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