Aims

To provide delegates with the knowledge and confidence to participate in and deliver meaningful group and one to one activities within an residential setting for elderly people

Learning Outcomes

- Understand the complexity of the activity co-ordinator role
- Value full and comprehensive assessment of new residents
- Demonstrate knowledge of different resident groups and their needs
- Complete a therapeutic monthly calendar
- Know basic activities suitable for service users
- Understand one-on-one programming and its value
- Gain knowledge of dementia and 24 hour activity programming
- Appreciate a volunteer programme and how to run one
- Acknowledge documentation required