Assessment is the cornerstone of providing exceptional care in residential settings, and it serves as the foundation for person-centered care, a philosophy that empowers clients to take charge of their own health & lifestyle decisions.
In this article we cover:
- Why Client Assessment Matters
- Benefits of Conducting Client Assessments
- Stakeholders Involved in Client Assessment
- Methods for Identifying Client Needs
- Comprehensive Needs Assessment
- Conducting Client Interviews
- Family/Friend Interviews
- Gathering Information through Client Observation
- Key Questions to Ask
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Mercy Peter
1st Mar 2023
Identification of the Activity including consultation with the client.
Details of planning materials / resources needed.
Details of effective communication with other personnel, supervisor, and other team members
Give an account of how the activity was carried out.
• Discuss how you demonstrated best practice that enhanced the client's independence and dignity, empowered the clients. Included all clients in the activity.
An awareness of safety and best practice throughout the activity.
Brief discussion how you maintained a safe and hygienic environment for the clients from start to finishing the activity.
An evaluation of the impact that the activity had on the client.
◦ How do you feel it went?
◦ How did the client react to the activity?
if you were to do the activity again, what would you do differently. Help a sister please.
Details of planning materials / resources needed.
Details of effective communication with other personnel, supervisor, and other team members
Give an account of how the activity was carried out.
• Discuss how you demonstrated best practice that enhanced the client's independence and dignity, empowered the clients. Included all clients in the activity.
An awareness of safety and best practice throughout the activity.
Brief discussion how you maintained a safe and hygienic environment for the clients from start to finishing the activity.
An evaluation of the impact that the activity had on the client.
◦ How do you feel it went?
◦ How did the client react to the activity?
if you were to do the activity again, what would you do differently. Help a sister please.
Susan 
4th Mar 2023
Activity Director
4th Mar 2023
Activity Director
Hi Mercy
This sounds like a class assignment to me
Break it down step-by-step, and it won’t seem so overwhelming
Why not post some thing and the forum instead of comments here to get some further assistance
Let me know if you need more help
This sounds like a class assignment to me
Break it down step-by-step, and it won’t seem so overwhelming
Why not post some thing and the forum instead of comments here to get some further assistance
Let me know if you need more help
Kayan 
21st Jul 2022
Lpn
21st Jul 2022
Lpn
Explain how trainees are required to handle information that is gathered from clients records.
Susan
22nd Jul 2022
Activity Director
22nd Jul 2022
Activity Director
Hi Kayan
Students should never share information about a client
It is confidential
If they need to do a practice assessment for school they should use a fake name
I have never heard of doing an assessment and not using the patient’s name
Students should never share information about a client
It is confidential
If they need to do a practice assessment for school they should use a fake name
I have never heard of doing an assessment and not using the patient’s name
Temmy Bright
21st Jan 2021
While giving care to one of your clients, what are the main aspects you look for to establish a personal history of your client and what is the approach of care you will provide to meet the clients need.
2. As a care assistant, hoew would you record information and findings and how would you assist these patients ,how woulds you share this information with others e.g superior,colleague, relative and residents herselfs
Mrs Borg suffers from diabetes melitus
2. As a care assistant, hoew would you record information and findings and how would you assist these patients ,how woulds you share this information with others e.g superior,colleague, relative and residents herselfs
Mrs Borg suffers from diabetes melitus
Susan
22nd Jan 2021
Activity Director
22nd Jan 2021
Activity Director
Hi Temmy
I think this article has some good ideas as to how to establish a personal history
I would assume you are given some information about this person when they were admitted to your care
That information along with talking to the person and their family and friends if they are available you are caring for and observation you should be able to establish what you need to do
Diabetes can be serious condition depending on how bad it is
The doctors and your boss should give you some pointers about this
I assume you have a way of documenting what you have done and your observations
You can always use this tool kit
https://toolkit.goldencarers.com/plans/
I think this article has some good ideas as to how to establish a personal history
I would assume you are given some information about this person when they were admitted to your care
That information along with talking to the person and their family and friends if they are available you are caring for and observation you should be able to establish what you need to do
Diabetes can be serious condition depending on how bad it is
The doctors and your boss should give you some pointers about this
I assume you have a way of documenting what you have done and your observations
You can always use this tool kit
https://toolkit.goldencarers.com/plans/
Susan
5th Sep 2020
Activity Director
5th Sep 2020
Activity Director
I think this article was written in 2015
Jacinta Kelly
5th Sep 2020
Hi, can you give me the year that this was published as I would like to use this page as a reference please. Thank you
Marjorie borje
2nd May 2020
Hi I have a question why do you need to determine and confirm the client level of participation in meeting their personal care needs?
Thank you !
Thank you !
Nikki Merakis
24th Feb 2020
The client’s stage of life, development and strengths must be assessed when engaging in support activities explain why?
i am currently studying a diploma in health and leisure
i am currently studying a diploma in health and leisure
Susan
25th Feb 2020
Activity Director
25th Feb 2020
Activity Director
Nikki
The short answer is that you want to provide appropriate activities for the client and this information helps you to do that
The short answer is that you want to provide appropriate activities for the client and this information helps you to do that
Juliet
2nd Feb 2020
How would you consider the care of a client how does not speak the same language as you. Address possible client needs that may be unmet. Determine any considerations for you to take to improve quality of care. I need help to answer this question.
sally
28th Jan 2020
HI I have a Question describe two different appropriate referral source and the protocols that could accompany the referral process
Nikki
31st Dec 2019
I'm stuck someone please help me last question to submit my unit
Organisations use procedures to standardise the processes for coordinating services for older people. What procedures would you expect to find to describe how to liaise with experts? List at least three processes that might have their own procedure.
Organisations use procedures to standardise the processes for coordinating services for older people. What procedures would you expect to find to describe how to liaise with experts? List at least three processes that might have their own procedure.
Susan
1st Jan 2020
Activity Director
1st Jan 2020
Activity Director
Hi Nikki
I am not sure exactly what you’re asking and I am not sure where you are from
In the US each state has organizations that help the elderly
For example there is an elder care organization a council on aging and visiting nurses which can connect elders to other services such as meals on wheels and outpatient therapy
If this is not what you’re looking for can you be a little more specific otherwise I hope this helps
I am not sure exactly what you’re asking and I am not sure where you are from
In the US each state has organizations that help the elderly
For example there is an elder care organization a council on aging and visiting nurses which can connect elders to other services such as meals on wheels and outpatient therapy
If this is not what you’re looking for can you be a little more specific otherwise I hope this helps
Solange 
2nd Jan 2020
Diversional Therapist
2nd Jan 2020
Diversional Therapist
Hi, I can think of three: 1 Confidentiality 2 Complaints 3, Residents’ Rights. They all have their own Policies & Procedures. If there is a problem with any of the above expert/professional help is required.
Susan
13th Nov 2019
Activity Director
13th Nov 2019
Activity Director
Julie Ann Delgado
12th Nov 2019
Hi there, I hope that you can help me out with my questions about the care plan.
"How would you ensure that the clients preferences are met by the services?" and give examples to support the answer.
Examples of external and internal opportunities for feedback opportunities in your role as a support worker.
Hope to hearing from you.
Regards,
Julie
"How would you ensure that the clients preferences are met by the services?" and give examples to support the answer.
Examples of external and internal opportunities for feedback opportunities in your role as a support worker.
Hope to hearing from you.
Regards,
Julie
Mandy ford
20th Jul 2019
Hi there I have a Q which is list 5 sources of information for individual program plan development can anyone please help? Tia Mandy
Thanya
28th Jun 2019
Hello is there anyone here who could help me with this question.
I am just studying provide individualised support. I struggle with fews questions. I can't find the answer.. Can anyone help me? My questionsis
1. How would you gather information about the client, covering theirprivacy and confidentiality?
2. What type of assistance can you provide, to help an aged person/ person with disability, with celebration and special events?
3.Explain with examples why you needto monitor the support activities that are being implemented as part of a person' individualised plan.
Thank you very much!
I am just studying provide individualised support. I struggle with fews questions. I can't find the answer.. Can anyone help me? My questionsis
1. How would you gather information about the client, covering theirprivacy and confidentiality?
2. What type of assistance can you provide, to help an aged person/ person with disability, with celebration and special events?
3.Explain with examples why you needto monitor the support activities that are being implemented as part of a person' individualised plan.
Thank you very much!
Sharon
26th Feb 2019
Carer
26th Feb 2019
Carer
hi i need some articals on complex needs and disability i have to plan one leisure and health activity for 3 clients with complex needs of which one person with a disability can any one help or sugest a site i can use
Jacob Anou
18th Oct 2018
Where would you find a resident physical support needs profile template?
Caitlin Crawford
26th Jul 2018
What are three important physical capilities might the client be assessed for when developing a care plan??
Solange
28th Jul 2018
Diversional Therapist
28th Jul 2018
Diversional Therapist
Hi, Caitlin -Elders’ physical capabilities:
Dexterity; does the client have good grip strength?
Mobility/Balance: How difficult is walking/turning around? Can he/she get up and go? Do they rely on the staff’s help?
Stamina: What is the dimension of his/her tiredness? Can they stay awake without nodding off during activities?
Dexterity; does the client have good grip strength?
Mobility/Balance: How difficult is walking/turning around? Can he/she get up and go? Do they rely on the staff’s help?
Stamina: What is the dimension of his/her tiredness? Can they stay awake without nodding off during activities?
Talita
18th Jun 2018
18th Jun 2018
There is an article regarding advocacy here:
https://www.goldencarers.com/advocacy-the-rights-of-elders/4383/
https://www.goldencarers.com/advocacy-the-rights-of-elders/4383/
christine
12th Jun 2018
doing a project an need some ideas
my question is
Explain your process for advocating on behalf of a client and keeping the client informed on progress
my question is
Explain your process for advocating on behalf of a client and keeping the client informed on progress
julie
8th Aug 2015
Diversional Therapist
8th Aug 2015
Diversional Therapist
Hi, just finished reading article, and is as i do but was good to refresh the old memory box. Thanks
Julie
Julie
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I have a question. Why is it important that information regarding a client is gathered from a variety of sources.
Thank you
You try to use it as many services as possible to get a complete picture of what that person is like
Sometimes you will only have unlimited number of options so you do the best you can