Assessment 2 CHCAGE001 - Facilitate The Empower Older People - Reaserach Work and Group Projects

Assessment 2 -Research Work/Project
Work
CHCAGE001-Facilitate the
Empowerment of older people
Australian Harbour International College, 114-120 Castlereagh Street, Sydney Student Name: Emily Almadin
NSW 2000, Australia |RTO NO: 41338 | CRICOS Provider Code: 03449J
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CHCAGE001 - Facilitate the empowerment of older people
Assessment AT2 -Research Work/Project Work

Instructions to the students
 Answer the questions below in the spaces provided
 Ensure all references are documented under each individual question.
 Answers are to be typed and submitted in Moodle in word format
Group Work Research project 1:

The larger group will be divided into 4 smaller groups and each smaller group will be
given a specific area of daily living to conduct research, and identify range of aids,
appropriate modifications and other strategies to promote individual strengths and capacities
of older person and assist them with independent living in their own environment
The research task will be for each group to provide a 5-minute presentation back to the larger
group (this can be an oral presentation). Each small group must provide electronic (typed)
information back to the larger group so that all students can complete the following table of
information.
Group 1 Domestic and household cleaning tasks and general household items
Group 2 Kitchen related activities and meal preparation
Group 3 Bathroom and personal hygiene and personal care
Group 4 Memory and Vision
Activities of daily living Aids, modifications, or other strategies to promote

individual strengths and capacities of older person and
assist them with independent living in their own
environment
Domestic and
household Activities of daily living- is a term used in healthcare
cleaning tasks and to refer to people's daily self-care activities.
general household
items -Health professionals often use a person's ability or
inability to perform ADLs as a measurement of their
functional status.
-ADLs are often used in the care of people with

disabilities, people with injuries, and elderly people.
Daily living aids help with all types of daily activities

such as:
 sitting in a chair,
 going to the toilet,
 having a shower,
 preparing food and eating,
 taking medication.
These aids can provide the necessary addition to make

that hard to do task a lot easier and lead to day to day
improvements, efficiency and productivity.
Aids for Activities of Daily Living
Tools and devices that help people with physical

limitations or disabilities to perform everyday tasks
includes:
Mobility aids – canes, walkers, wheelchairs

Dressing aides – buttonhooks, sock aides
Eating utensils – adapted plates/utensils
Bathing aides – grab bars in tub/shower area
Toilet safety equipment – raised toilet seats/toilet
frames
More complex product like:
Motorized wheelchairs
Voice-activated computer system
Home Modification
You may need modification if :
• have safety concerns or difficulty moving around

• have trouble with personal care, like using shower
• can’t use the rooms you need to use in your home
• have difficulty pursuing goals in home because of
your disability
• need changes to your home so the carers can support
you safely.
key adaptations for patients with physical disabilities:
 one-story living,
 no-step entries, and
 wide hallways and doors
 general safety measures such as:
 grab bars and door alarms,
 securing potentially hazardous items
Improved lighting and color contrast, enlarged print

materials, and vision aids can assist patients with
limited vision.
Patients with hearing impairments may benefit from

interventions that provide supplemental visual and
vibratory cues and alarms.
Benefits
•limited evidence of injury
•prevent falls
•preserve independence
Kitchen related There are several aids, modifications, and strategies that can
activities and meal be used to promote the strengths and capacities of older
preparation persons and assist them with independent living in their own
environment when it comes to kitchen related activities and
meal preparation. Some of these include:
Kitchen aids and tools: There are various kitchen aids and
tools that can make meal preparation easier for older persons.
These may include easy grip utensils, jar and bottle openers,
cutting boards with suction cups to prevent slipping, and
electric can openers.
Meal planning and organization: Older persons may benefit

from meal planning and organization tools, such as meal
planners, grocery lists, and recipe books. These can help them
plan meals in advance, shop for the necessary ingredients, and
prepare meals more efficiently.
Task simplification: Simplifying tasks can make them easier

for older persons to manage. For example, pre-cut vegetables,
pre-cooked meats, and frozen fruits can save time and effort in
meal preparation.
Adaptive kitchen modifications: Various adaptive kitchen

modifications that can be made to make meal preparation
easier for older persons. These may include:
-Installing pull-out shelves, lazy Susan, and lower cabinets, as

well as modifying counter and sink heights.
-Devices to assist with eating and drinking such as non-tip

cups, assistive tableware, non-spill cups, adjustable-height
tables, and easy-grip silverware.
-Technology: Technology can be a useful aid for older persons

in the kitchen. This may include using voice-activated
assistants to set reminders, timers, and to play music, as well
as using smart kitchen appliances that can be controlled
remotely.
-Support from caregivers or family members: Finally, older

persons may benefit from the support of caregivers or family
members. This may include assistance with grocery shopping,
meal planning, and preparation, as well as assistance with
cleaning up and maintaining the kitchen environment.
Meals and food preparation
-Providing effective mealtime support while still enabling

choice and control.
-Identifying, preventing, and responding to swallowing

difficulties.
-Using food texture modification to provide safe and enjoyable

meals.
-Utilising mealtime assistive technology and positioning to
help the swallowing process.
Type of Care
This is a type of help at home service.
These are services that are designed to keep the aged, healthy.
How does someone get this service?
Depending on your eligibility, it can be provided

on its own, through the Commonwealth Home Support
Programme, or with other services, as part of a Home Care
Package.
Bathroom and
personal hygiene and Proper hygiene is crucial for good health and well
personal grooming being of individual no matter what the age.
including dressing Independence is key factor to promote dignity and
sense of self worth specially among senior citizen, as a
loss of independence can be extremely discouraging to
the older adults. Following that it is integral to
maintain self- sufficiency regarding personal hygiene
including grooming and dressing of the older people.
Dressing and grooming play large roles in senior daily
routines. Dressing can impact an elderly individuals
self-esteem. It is important to help an older person
dress and groom, so they start each day with
confidence.
These are the scheme to promote independence

individual strengths and capacities of older person and
assist them with independent living in the own
environment.
Bathroom
1) Regulate water temperature- It is important to

regulate the water temperature as scalding can be a
hazard for elderly people who may have sensory
impairments. Due to being frail and weak they are
vulnerable to incidents and cannot move as quickly.
2) Install grab rails - Installing grab rails is important

because if they have a poor balance then they will need
help in movement. Grab rails are an important part of
the bathroom especially for an elderly who is prone to
incidents. If they have good upper body strength then
the grab rails will help them in maintaining a proper
hygiene themselves.
3) Consider a shower chair-If the elderly enjoys a

bath but is unable to get in and out safely, you can
install a bath lift to help them access the tub without
risk of falling.
4) Guard against slips- In elderly care facilities, toilet

seats are often raised because so many older people
have difficulty in lowering themselves down to sit on a
toilet seat at the traditional height. So it would be
efficient to have the seat raised at least 3-4 inches
higher.
5) Install a raised toilet seat- In elderly care facilities,

toilet seats are often raised because so many older
people have difficulty in lowering themselves down to
sit on a toilet seat at the traditional height. So it would
be efficient to have the seat raised at least 3-4 inches
higher.
6) Change doors and lighting- Lighting and doors

can also have an impact on bathroom safety.
Inadequate lighting can contribute to falls if visibility
is poor, so make sure the bathroom is well lighting.
7) Make sure there is efficient space for movement.
Grooming
1) Nail care- prevent germs from collecting

underneath the senior nails by cleaning and filling nails
time to time.
2) Shaving- shaving or not shaving facial hair,

underarm hair or leg hair are personal choices, ones
that may be influenced by cultural norms. Teaching
seniors to handle instruments for shaving, when using
electric razor, emphasize the importance of keeping the
tool away from water.
3) Bathing- bathing two or three times per week,

rather than on a daily basis, is often sufficient to ensure
seniors body remain clean. In order to have safety, it is
necessary to include grab bars, shower hose and a
shower chair in the event the senior becomes tired.
4) Skin care- skin care in the elderly is important

since aging skin is fragile and prone to irritation.
Pamper dry skin with a fragrance-free moisturizer.
Blisters, sores and other irritation should prompt
medical attention.
Dressing
1) As with grooming its important for aged care

worker to give a certain level of independence to care
recipient. And this independence will be based on the
senior capability.
2) For example, present the two to three outfits

through which the senior can choose to wear.
3) Due to some these activities the patient can use

his mind its healthy for them.
4) Due to this activity the seniors with dementia

can make decision very well.
5) They activity give him sense of control.
6) Care giver should use simple dresses that is easy

to wear.
Summary
In conclusion the care giver main responsibilities

include support client in every stage of daily tasks in
terms of cleaning and the other household task like
bathroom cleaning and personal hygiene and help in
kitchen to prepare food. Care giver also help in
exercise and personal cleaning to client. The care giver
also help to client to memorise different things in daily
life. In this stage of life number of client have week

vision so care giver help him to recognize things.
Memory and Memory and vision

Vision
Aging is a natural process that can cause changes in a person's

memory and vision, limiting their ability to live independently.
However, with the proper support, older people can maintain
their independence and maintain a high quality of life.
Aids for memory support
Memory loss is a common problem among the elderly, but

there are many aids available to help.
Examples of aids include:
Reminder notes and lists

Electronic calendars and organizers
Memory aids such as medication dispensers
Smart home technology such as voice-activated assistants
Modifications for vision support
Visual impairment can also have an impact on an older

person's ability to live independently, but there are various
modifications that can help
Modifications include the following:
Increased lighting in the home.

Materials with high contrast or large print
Magnifying glasses or contact lenses
Color-coded or tactile markers for appliances and other items
Other strategies for promoting independence
Other strategies, in addition to aids and modifications, can

help older people maintain their independence.
Examples of strategies include:
Physical activity and exercise to maintain strength and balance

Participation in community activities and social engagement
Nutritional assistance for maintaining health and well-being
Assessments of home safety to identify and address potential
hazards
Conclusion
Promoting independence and supporting older people's

individual strengths and capacities is essential for preserving
their quality of life.
Despite changes in memory and vision, older people can

continue to live independently in their own environment with
the right aids, modifications, and strategies.
List the names of the students in each group

Names of Group 1 members for Research project 1
Group Work Class Research project 2:

The student to conduct research on different types of elder abuse and take part in group
discussion to complete the following table.
The group will be asked to recognise signs consistent with physical, financial, sexual,
emotional abuse or neglect of the older person and provide strategies on how this abuse could
be reported and what authorities would need to be notified. Using the table below document
the type/s of abuse that could be happening and provide strategies for the person on how this
abuse could be reported.
Case Study What type of What are the Provide strategies

abuse has indicators abuse that on how this abuse
occurred? you have identified? could be reported
Describe your and what
answer authorities would
need to be notified.
Mr. K has dementia Physical abuse and Given medication to STEP 1 IDENTIFY
and sometimes gets Emotional abuse ABUSE
upset sedate him just the Suspected witnesses
in the evening. He lives worker to atted oe disclosed
in a nursing home everyone else. Step 2 assess
where workers are immediate safety
under a lot of pressure Step 3 provide
to get everything support
done for everyone on Step 4 infoem
the floor. Mr. K will manager
often follow the staff &document
around, asking for them Step 5 respond &
to take him refer
home. He is given You can contact
medication to sedate NSW AGEING
him so that the workers AND DISABILITY
can attend to everyone ABUSE
else. HELPLINE : 1800
628221 THIS
seduce provides
advice to services
providers and
anyone with a
concern of elder
abuse, available
mondeyto
Friday ,9am 5pm
My aged care ( also
for aged care
assessment team)
1800 200 this

service provides
access to
information about
aged care services
in the home,
residential care and
respite.
My health is getting Physical and not explaining properly *detail how and to
worse, and so I decided emotional abuse the aged care right ,like whom report should
to move to a nursing to be listened to and be made
home. I thought I had understood: exercise my * outline what
asked all the right rights without it action should be
questions to be sure adversely affecting the taken by have
this was right f way I am treated received a report of
or me. I didn’t know the Forcing him/ her to do abuse or neglect
schedule was so strict. I the things that /he she *outline the time
can’t sleep in, or eat a dotes want frame in which the
little later, or say no to report must be
a bah, or stay up to progressed and any
watch a show on TV in other relevant
my own room. * time frame
include procedure
for informing
relatives , guardians
and holders of
power of attorney
address the
documentation
requirement
expected of staff
identify who in the
organization is
responsible for
reporting incidents
to the aged care
Quality and safety
commission
* idicate how those
involved in the
incident are
supported and
treated with dignity
and respect .and
* incate how those
involved can assists
in finding solutions
to prevent re
occurrence when
abuse has accursed
In a residentail ages
care facility a
mandatory report is
to be made within
police 24 hour 1800
081 549 , if a report
to NSW police is
not required then
referral to social
work should be
considered so that a
comprehensive
psychosomatic
assessment is made.
My neighbour is a Physical and Physical and sexual * Details of the
widower who does my abuse for touching the indent
grocery shop for me Sexual Abuse . bottom and she is * person reporting
once a week because constantly saying him the incident
we both live so far out not to touch her - * related incidents
of town. manipulating her that * people involved
Since my husband died; it’s the reward for in the incident you
when my neighbour helping her, can call 1800
brings the groceries to RESPECT
me he has started (1800737732)
hugging and touching confidential
me on my bottom even information ,
though I constantly ask counselling and
him not to touch me. He support in cases of
calls it his “delivery sexual assault .,
fee” and that I should domestic violence
be grateful that he has or abuse.
helped me.
Last week, my son-in- Financial abuse Forcefully her to sign Report or informing
law asked me to sign a to supervisor or
power of attorney so Psychological the paper without her case manager
that he could help with abuse reading that Fill the report
my affairs. He incident form or
disagrees with the way Telling her daughter document
I manage my money, Call 000 for
that she’s getting senile
and I have heard him emergency
tell my daughter that he Report to aging and
thinks I am getting She’s afraid in her son disability abuse
senile. I am a little in law helpline
afraid of him and tell
him that I can manage
my own affairs. My
son-in-law gets very
angry and with a lot of
intimidation forces me
to sign my name on a
piece of paper that I
have not read
My younger sister Lilly Financial and Threatening her and Report or informing
who is 56 came to live psychological Forcing her to write a to supervisor or
with me since her abuse new will case manager
husband died and with immediately
me being 20years older Asking her for money Document and fill
than Lilly I needed a bit and write her will and the report incident
of help around the give all her saving to form,
house as my children Lilly Call 000 for
do not live locally. Lilly emergency
has threatened to end Report to aging and
our relationship if I disability abuse
don’t write a new will help
that leaves all of my
savings to her. I have
worked hard and saved
money for many years
and do not think that
my children should be
disinherited because of
Lilly’s threats.
My granddaughter Financial and Using her bank card Report or informing

moved in with me some psychological without consent to supervisor or
time ago. I asked her to abuse Guiltily her by saying case manager
leave because she used she have no place to go immediately,
my bank card to take Fill the report
money from my account incident form
a couple of times. She Call 000 for
said she has no place to emergency
go. I feel guilty and let Report to aging and
her stay, but I am disability abuse
afraid she will do it helpline
again.
My husband has always Sexual abuse Engaging in Contact the local

been very controlling. because it includes inappropriate, or adult protective
He has recently been sexual acts unusual or aggressive services, or the
diagnosed with sexual activities. long - term care
dementia. Sometimes he ombudsman,
thinks he is 18years old
and pressures me for
sex which I am
physically too old for
and do not want to
engage in but he is my
husband so I do not
know what to do.
My younger brother Neglect abuse, Acts agitated or violent , Talk with the older
Dave who is 78 and I because it includes adult and offer
live together. He has physical, emotional some help. contact

always had a temper. medications, or the local adult
Recently when he was access to health protective devices ,
drinking, he pushed me care.
against the wall a
couple of times which
caused a broken rib
and a fractured hand. I
have become afraid for
my own safety if I
continue to stay with
him.
I am 88years old and Neglect abuse Seems depressed and Talk with the older
live in the basement of because it includes confused. adult and then
my son’s house. He is physical, contact the local
very successful and emotional, and adult protective
travels a lot. When he medications, or services, or the
goes away, he locks me access to health long- term
in the basement as I care. ombudsman.
have mental health
issues. He says he is
afraid that I will
wander off. Even
though he leaves food
and things to read, I get
very depressed if he is
gone for more
than a couple of days
and wonder what
would happen if he did
not return.
The above case studies have been developed form the following educational material “It’s Not Right! Neighbours, Friends and Families
for Older Adults” (www.neighboursfriendsandfamilies.ca).
Group work Research project 3: Class discussion
The student to conduct research on different types of legal and ethical considerations and
their application while working with older people. Following the research work, the student
must take part in group discussion and complete the following table. (KE 6) ( Min 200 words
for the table)
Legal and ethical consideration How do they apply to an aged care worker?
Codes of practice Code of practice detailed information on specific

work tasks to help you achieve the standards
required under the work health and safety (WHS)-
the aims are to improve safety and well-being for
people receiving aged care and boots trust in
services, the code of practice will help you to
better understand what is expected of you in the
delivery of care ,support and service in the devices
in the aged care people.
Discrimination Discrimination against any group in the
community is unacceptable .every persons in the
workplace needs to work to eliminate any basis or
discrimination against a group individual ,by
learning more about your clients or co- workers
you can often overcome issues that may arise
through personal biases
Dignity of risk While those working to support other have a duty
of care toward their clients, this needs to be
balanced with the right of individuals to make
decision about their own life that could expose
them to potential harm. its called dignity risk and
its an essential human right.
Duty of care This can have many interpretations depending on
the job rule requirements, it could cover iambuses
such as confidentiality of information , safety and
security ,the quit;\lite of services provided, taking
action in specified situations and reporting
abuse ,this means they must take reasonable steps
to protect resident from harm and provide with
quality care,
Human rights It important for those of us working with older
people to challenge these misconception and to

promote the right of older people to
independent ,dignity and respect as well as the
right to fair access to services and community
resource ,when working with older people we
need to respect these right while being aware of
some of the more common difficulties older
people may experience so that we can adapt our
work to meet their needs.
Privacy, confidentiality and disclosure It is important to work in ways that respect the
older persons person privacy and dignity , this
includes talking to the person not their family
members, sometimes this means taking extra time
and effort ensure the person understands , if
English not the persons fort language it is
important to use a interpreter.
Work role boundaries – Support needs to be provided within the context of
responsibilities and limitations your role .in particular ,as an age care worker we
need to be clear about what is our responsibility
are and what they are not .thre are boundaries
around the role defined by our skills, knowledge ,
levels of responsibility and the scope of the task
you perform .
Work health and safety To provide a safe work environment , including
implementing measures to eliminate or minimize
risks : to ensure that people at work are provided
with information institution and training : and to
provide fort aid and other appropriate medical
attention in cases of emergency.
CHCAGE001 AT2 Research Work/Project Checklist

For this assessment, the student must complete the group and individual work presentation and written
response to questions. The written activity is a stand-alone activity that will allow the student to display
the required knowledge and skills that are essential when deciding overall competency.
Student’s name: Emily Almadin
Assessor’s name: Shiwali Verma
Student to use research skills to research the following information. Use the questions Response
below as a guide to your research: S NYS
Group work Research project 1
The larger group will be divided into 4 smaller groups and each smaller group will be given a
specific area of daily living to conduct research, and identify range of aids, appropriate
modifications and other strategies to promote individual strengths and capacities of older person
and assist them with independent living in their own environment
The research task will be for each group to provide a 5-minute presentation back to the larger
group (this can be an oral presentation). Each small group must provide electronic (typed)
information back to the larger group so that all students can complete the following table of
information.
 Domestic and household cleaning tasks and general household items
 Kitchen related activities and meal preparation
 Bathroom and personal hygiene and personal care
 Memory and Vision
Assessor’s comments and feedback to student on response. ☐ ☐
Group work Research Project 2

The student to conduct research on different types of elder abuse and take part in group
discussion to complete the following table.
The group will be asked to recognize signs consistent with physical, financial, sexual, emotional
abuse or neglect of the older person and provide strategies on how this abuse could be reported and
what authorities would need to be notified. Using the table below document the type/s of abuse that
could be happening and provide strategies for the person on how this abuse could be reported.
Group work Research project 3: Class discussion

The student to conduct research on different types of legal and ethical considerations and their
application while working with older people. Following the research work, the student must take
part in group discussion and complete the following table. (KE 6) (Min 200 words for the table)
If student was deemed Not yet satisfactory, assessor and student to agree to a new date for
assessment.
Result ☐ Satisfactory ☐ Not Yet Satisfactory ☐Student
provided with results
Assessor’s Signature: Date:
Student’s Signature: Emily Date: 21.08.2023

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Group Work Research project 1:

Activities of daily living Aids, modifications, or other strategies to promote

-ADLs are often used in the care of people with

Daily living aids help with all types of daily activities

These aids can provide the necessary addition to make

Aids for Activities of Daily Living

Tools and devices that help people with physical

Mobility aids – canes, walkers, wheelchairs

More complex product like:

You may need modification if :

• have safety concerns or difficulty moving around

key adaptations for patients with physical disabilities:

Improved lighting and color contrast, enlarged print

Patients with hearing impairments may benefit from

Meal planning and organization: Older persons may benefit

Task simplification: Simplifying tasks can make them easier

Adaptive kitchen modifications: Various adaptive kitchen

-Installing pull-out shelves, lazy Susan, and lower cabinets, as

-Devices to assist with eating and drinking such as non-tip

-Technology: Technology can be a useful aid for older persons

-Support from caregivers or family members: Finally, older

Meals and food preparation

-Providing effective mealtime support while still enabling

-Identifying, preventing, and responding to swallowing

-Using food texture modification to provide safe and enjoyable

This is a type of help at home service.

How does someone get this service?

Depending on your eligibility, it can be provided

These are the scheme to promote independence

1) Regulate water temperature- It is important to

2) Install grab rails - Installing grab rails is important

3) Consider a shower chair-If the elderly enjoys a

4) Guard against slips- In elderly care facilities, toilet

5) Install a raised toilet seat- In elderly care facilities,

6) Change doors and lighting- Lighting and doors

7) Make sure there is efficient space for movement.

1) Nail care- prevent germs from collecting

2) Shaving- shaving or not shaving facial hair,

3) Bathing- bathing two or three times per week,

4) Skin care- skin care in the elderly is important

1) As with grooming its important for aged care

2) For example, present the two to three outfits

3) Due to some these activities the patient can use

4) Due to this activity the seniors with dementia

5) They activity give him sense of control.

6) Care giver should use simple dresses that is easy

In conclusion the care giver main responsibilities

life. In this stage of life number of client have week

Memory and Memory and vision

Aging is a natural process that can cause changes in a person's

Aids for memory support

Memory loss is a common problem among the elderly, but

Examples of aids include:

Reminder notes and lists

Visual impairment can also have an impact on an older

Modifications include the following:

Increased lighting in the home.

Other strategies, in addition to aids and modifications, can

Examples of strategies include:

Physical activity and exercise to maintain strength and balance

Promoting independence and supporting older people's