Undarstending Life of Older Persons with Special Needs

CHERRYFIELDS HOUSING WITH CARE Address 2D Cherryfields Lawn Hartst confess Clonsilla Dublin 15 01 8097 134 begin_of_the_skype_highlightingpicFREE01 8097 134end_of_the_skype_highlighting Information lag is trained to Fetac Level 5 Residents atomic number 18 involved in agreeing their individual computer program of care and support which includes medication management, personal care needs, diet/nutrition, social, spiritual and emotional care, all of which are enshrined in the core values of the Organisation.Cherryfields opened in 2006 as the first scheme of its type in Dublin, offering a nonher choice in care to those in need of a more back up living environment. Cherryfields provides 27 units of accommodation specifically for dementia care and 29 units for older people in need of 24 hour care and support. Cherryfields is not a Nursing Home and residents in upstairs accommodation have complete freedom to cause and go as they please. Each family is carpet ensuite bathrooms are p rovided with non slip shocking.A range of storage is provided at heart apiece dwelling, including lockable units for use by residents. Each dwelling has a TV and telephone point. Residents have a key to the front door of their own dwelling. Staff call points are provided doneout each dwelling in case the resident requires assistance. Cherryfields provides a unattractive environment within easy access of local shops in Hartstown. At Cherryfields, come together Ireland has provided three bungalows, each with 2 bedrooms, which are allocated in association with Fingal County Council. ACCOMODATIONFold Ireland currently has two Housing-with-Care Schemes in Dublin Cherryfields is situated in Hartstown, Clonsilla, Dublin 15 and Anam Cara is in Glasnevin, Dublin 11. Each Scheme provides 56 units of accommodation ground floor dwellings in each location provide a secure environment for those with dementia. Residents have their own two-dimensional let. This is their own home, where each is encouraged to bring personal belongings to make it a home-from-home. Each matted let has built-in wardrobes, en-suite and kitchenette, but is otherwise unfurnished.Both schemes have communal areas where residents can socialise and take divulge in group activities. Our Schemes have garden and/or patio areas for the residents to enjoy, which are secure, well maintained and sensorial in nature. FACILITIES In Housing-with-Care, arrangements can be made for access to hairdressers, dentists, chiropodists and other professional work to come into the Scheme. Residents may of course choose to retain existing arrangements for such services. DINING Fold Ireland believes in providing a well balanced diet for residents using fresh and seasonal ingredients.When a resident moves in, we will treat their dietary requirements, including any specially prescribed diet. The catering services are inspected by local environ affable Health Services ensuring full compliance with Safe Catering Guidel ines and Food Hygiene requirements. Meals are broadly speaking served in communal dining rooms, allowing residents to meet and socialise in small groups. There are nonchalant menu choices for each meal. ACTIVITIES Remaining active is the key to a long and health life. At Fold Ireland we embrace this, and Housing-with-Care provides a range of activities throughout the week.Residents are encouraged to bring their own ideas for activities and participate in developing the programme of events. From time to time day trips, shopping outings and evening social events may be arranged. HEALTH The health of our residents is as important to us as it is to you. Where possible residents will retain their own GP and other healthcare providers, or we will assist in arranging new providers where this is not possible. Fold Ireland will manage all aspects relating to medication if required, and can support residents to keep managing these themselves if that is an agreed choice.THE margin OF HOUSIN G WITH CARE There is a weekly rent for the accommodation and charge for care services provided. These prices have been agreed with the HSE. The care costs are means tested by the HSE and the rent is due by the tenant at a rate of 108 per week. Tenants must contribute a small bill to the care costs each week pending their financial situation. A financial assessment is completed by the HSE in order to decide this. The HSE meets each tenant before moving into the schemes. Included in the charge are the residents meals, heating, electricity, laundry services and repairs to the property.Services that are not included within the weekly charge are those of a personal choice including a telephone in your room, hairdressing, podiatry and prescription charges. ELDERLY PEOPLE&THOSE WITH DEMENTIA Our Housing-with-Care schemes for Older People and those with dementia provide a reposeful and friendly atmosphere where the residents can feel secure and cared for. These schemes provide tailored care and support to residents, whilst promoting a healthy lifestyle through social activities, exercise and other activities agreed with the residents.Residents are encouraged, where possible, to remain in control of their affairs, maintaining their independence for as long as possible. For those with dementia we aim to prolong our residents cognitive and mental skills through a range of daily activities, which enable them to exercise their minds and bodies. This not only engages them but likewise provides an ideal opportunity for each resident to socialise. Fold Ireland understands that it is not only the person with dementia that is touch by this condition its their family, friends and careers as well.We offer support as needed while the resident progresses through the dementia condition. Fold Ireland works in association with The Health Service Executive. HSE undertakes unannounced, periodic, inspections at both Housing-with-Care Schemes. BIBLIOGRAPHY http//www. foldireland. ie/ http//www. foldireland. ie/pages/24/elderly-people-and-those-with-dementia http//www. foldireland. ie/pages/30/the-cost-of-housing-with-care http//www. foldireland. ie/pages/29/health