T/601/5804 Identify the familys needs and wishes.

Support families of individuals with acquired brain injury

Unit aim

This unit is aimed at those whose role involves supporting families of people with an acquired brain injury. It covers the impact on the family/carers and it addresses the importance of supporting the family and working in partnership with them in addressing their needs.

Outcome 1 Understand the importance of working in a family centred way

1. identify the familys needs and wishes

2. explain the importance of the familys needs being fully taken into consideration.

Outcome 2 Understand the long term effects of acquired brain injury on the family

1. describe changes that may occur for family and friends as a result of caring for an individual with acquired brain injury

2. identify the long term consequences on a family caring for an individual who is

minimally responsive
severe
mild to moderate as a result of acquired brain injury

3. describe the potential impact on families from:

Personality changes in the individual
Lack of self awareness
The individuals increased dependence.

Outcome 3 Apply legislation that is relevant to carers of individuals with acquired brain injury.

1. identify the legislation and policy specific to carers.

2. apply to own practice the key principles in legislation regarding carers.

Outcome 4 Support families and friends who hold the primary caring role.

1. communicate with the family to identify what supports they may need.

2. demonstrate listening and communication skills when supporting primary carer(s).

3. contribute to the assessment of the primary carers needs.

4. identify any additional support needs with the primary carer(s).

5. record and report additional needs of primary carers.