Positive Risk Taking in Residential Care
Introduction
“Nothing ventured, nothing gained” makes the point that unless someone takes a risk and tries new activities, they will never know of the positive benefits that might result. In our society, people are encouraged to travel widely, take part in regular leisure and sporting activities, go to college, develop careers and have families. These are all activities that don’t just happen, but mean people have to take risks to achieve their aspirations.
For many people taking risks is an accepted part of life. However people with an enduring illness or disability are often discouraged from taking risks, either because of their perceived limitations or fear that they or others might be harmed. In Craegmoor services we believe passionately that every person, regardless of the challenges they face, can accomplish extraordinary achievements with the right support. So we work imaginatively to help people overcome barriers, and empower them to exceed their own and others’ expectations
We know that everyone is unique, and ordinary everyday experiences can, for some, represent extraordinary achievements. So by encouraging people to take control and have belief in their potential, we can make positive outcomes a reality for everyone, regardless of their age or presumed ability. Above all, helping people to lead fulfilled, independent lives is what Craegmoor services are all about.
Historically, social care has been good at providing services that minimised risk. However, personalisation and person centred care planning and risk assessment means that residential care should always endeavor to always work towards providing choices rather than services.
What is Risk?
Risk within a Residential Care context is the possibility that an event will occur with harmful outcomes for a service user or others with whom they come into contact.
A risk event can have harmful outcomes because of: * risks associated with impairment or disability such as falls *
“Nothing ventured, nothing gained” makes the point that unless someone takes a risk and tries new activities, they will never know of the positive benefits that might result. In our society, people are encouraged to travel widely, take part in regular leisure and sporting activities, go to college, develop careers and have families. These are all activities that don’t just happen, but mean people have to take risks to achieve their aspirations.
For many people taking risks is an accepted part of life. However people with an enduring illness or disability are often discouraged from taking risks, either because of their perceived limitations or fear that they or others might be harmed. In Craegmoor services we believe passionately that every person, regardless of the challenges they face, can accomplish extraordinary achievements with the right support. So we work imaginatively to help people overcome barriers, and empower them to exceed their own and others’ expectations
We know that everyone is unique, and ordinary everyday experiences can, for some, represent extraordinary achievements. So by encouraging people to take control and have belief in their potential, we can make positive outcomes a reality for everyone, regardless of their age or presumed ability. Above all, helping people to lead fulfilled, independent lives is what Craegmoor services are all about.
Historically, social care has been good at providing services that minimised risk. However, personalisation and person centred care planning and risk assessment means that residential care should always endeavor to always work towards providing choices rather than services.
What is Risk?
Risk within a Residential Care context is the possibility that an event will occur with harmful outcomes for a service user or others with whom they come into contact.
A risk event can have harmful outcomes because of: * risks associated with impairment or disability such as falls *