1. Sylvia Barragan

2. Types of Long Term Health facilities There are different types of long-term care facilities. The type of care a resident needs will determine the type of facility that best suits them. “Nursing Homes” Assisted Living facilities Adult daycare Rehabilitation Hospice

3. Understanding Your Resident

4. Psychosocial needs: involves social interaction, emotions, intellect and spirituality. Holistic care: caring for the whole person mind, as well as body. Cultural Diversity:different groups of people with varied backgrounds living together. Communication:Interactions with residents are important. “I am here for you” can reassure residents.

5. Understanding Your Resident It is important to understand your resident as they transition from their home to a long term care facility. Your resident may experience: Fear Anger towards caregivers Feeling of uselessness Increased Dependence Depression and Anxiety

6. Helping with Transition As heath care providers we can help with this transition by doing the following: introducing them to other residents in the facility Giving them schedule Giving them and family member a tour of the facility Respecting their rights Treating them with dignity and respect

7. Promoting Independence To prevent negative feelings we must encourage residents independence by doing the following Allow residents to make their own choices Respect their choices Give residents support and encouragement Connect the resident to the outside world Emotional support Communicate with the healthcare team

8. Any change in life style requires an emotional adjustment.