Course overview
In this course, students will develop knowledge and skills to support engagement of older people in meaningful activity. Content includes: 1. Identifying needs, abilities and goals: 2. Developing a meaningful program of activity; 3. Pacing and grading activities; 4. Monitoring health and wellbeing; 5. Motivating participation.
Course learning outcomes
- Discuss an individual's personalised preferences and capacities
- Develop a meaningful program of activity for an individual
- Apply effective strategies to support and motivate participation