Program Overview

Day 1: Understanding and Communicating with Care Recipients

Content:

1. Module 1: Introduction to Caregiving and the CLR

   1. Overview of the Caregiver Essentials program

   2. Introduction to the Caregiver Learning Roadmap (CLR) and its importance

   3. Role and responsibilities of a caregiver

2. Module 2: Understanding Different Disabilities and Special Needs

   1. Common disabilities and special needs encountered in home settings

   2. Identifying specific needs and recognizing individual differences

   3. Case studies and scenarios to illustrate different needs

3. Module 3: Effective Communication Techniques

   1. Verbal and non-verbal communication strategies

   2. Adapting communication styles to different needs

   3. Active listening and empathetic communication

   4. Practical exercises and role-playing

4. Module 4: Managing Challenging Behaviors

   1. Identifying triggers for challenging behaviors

   2. De-escalation techniques and strategies

   3. Safety protocols for handling challenging situations

   4. Role-playing and scenario-based discussions

Day 2: Providing Practical Care and Ensuring Safety

Content:

Day 2: Providing Practical Care and Ensuring Safety

• Module 5: Basic Caregiving Skills

  • Personal hygiene: bathing, dressing, grooming

  • Mobility assistance: transferring, positioning, using mobility aids

  • Practical demonstrations and hands-on practice

• Module 6: Nutrition and Hydration Guidance

  • Basic nutritional needs and dietary guidelines

  • Meal planning and preparation in the Singaporean context

  • Ensuring adequate hydration

  • Addressing dietary restrictions and preferences

• Module 7: Safety Awareness and Prevention

  • Home safety assessment and hazard identification

  • Preventing accidents and falls

  • Basic first aid and CPR

  • Practical exercises and demonstrations

• Module 8: Emergency Procedures and Local Contacts

  • Step-by-step procedures for various emergencies

  • Key emergency contact numbers and resources in Singapore

  • Role-playing emergency scenarios

Day 3: Caregiver Wellbeing and Practical Application

Content:

• Module 9: Caregiver Wellbeing and Stress Management

  • Recognizing signs of caregiver stress and burnout

  • Strategies for self-care and stress management

  • Resources and support networks for caregivers in Singapore

  • Open discussion and sharing of experiences

• Module 10: Practical Skills Review and Consolidation

  • Review of key skills and concepts from previous days

  • Q&A session to address participant queries

  • Practical skills demonstrations and return demonstrations by participants

• Module 11: Case Studies and Application Exercises

  • Applying learned skills to real-life scenarios

  • Group discussions and problem-solving activities

  • Developing individualized care plans

• Module 12: Course Conclusion and Certification

  • Final Q&A and feedback session

  • Distribution of certificates of completion

  • Information on ongoing support and resources