Working Together Care: Building the most effective coordinated care for individuals

12 Finalé (background and thanks)

Gráinne Smith — Tue, 02 May 2017 15:32:33 +0000

In this final podcast, I have provided some background information and explain why I recorded this podcast series which covered topics including… Motivation Finding resources and information Communication Confidentiality Challenging behaviour Collaboration and coordinated care … all topics I had difficulty with when I was a home care giver. Books that may help with care giving or eating disorders : Anorexia and Bulimia in...

11 Information and Resources

Gráinne Smith — Sun, 12 Mar 2017 13:04:04 +0000

In this podcast we discuss information and resources in a caring situation. We cover : The downsides of not having information and/ or resources. How to figure out the information and resources you need. What steps are required to attain a positive outcome. Asking treating professionals about sources of information. Getting help, money and benefits.

10 Motivation

Gráinne Smith — Wed, 15 Feb 2017 12:18:20 +0000

In this podcast we cover motivation and how to achieve positive change. We cover : what’s needed to influence positive change how you might discuss it with the person you are caring for what the benefits might be rebuilding confidence looking for the positive don’t ignore the negative

09 Confidentiality

Gráinne Smith — Fri, 13 Jan 2017 14:21:04 +0000

When caring for someone with a condition or illness, confidentiality can be a barrier that can impact upon the quality of care the individual receives. In this podcast we discuss : Healthcare professional-patient confidentiality. Sharing information with 3rd parties (e.g. local authorities who can provide support) with consent Getting help from local authorities, local self-help groups etc Asking for what you need and writing a...

08 Communications (part 2)

Gráinne Smith — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 17:38:21 +0000

How to build constructive home-team communication. Discuss possible ways to get help. Create a plan. Keep it simple. Ask for what you need. Show gratitude for what you’re given. Review the plan as you go, tweaking as necessary.

07 Family Teamwork (part 3)

Gráinne Smith — Tue, 04 Oct 2016 15:38:49 +0000

Building teamwork and all round communication (teamwork in tough times).

06 Family Teamwork (part 2)

Gráinne Smith — Mon, 22 Aug 2016 17:13:24 +0000

Family teamwork. Tips on how to hold effective meetings.

05 Family Teamwork (part 1)

Gráinne Smith — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 11:30:20 +0000

Family teamwork. Why working as a team can be more effective than working as individuals. What can be done to improve a team.

04 Challenging behaviour

Gráinne Smith — Sat, 02 Jul 2016 13:55:11 +0000

What is challenging behaviour? This podcast talks about identification, observation and methods you can use to approach and talk about challenging behaviour.

03 Collaborative care

Gráinne Smith — Fri, 17 Jun 2016 12:41:59 +0000

Why is collaboration important? This podcast talks about getting appropriate information to aid care and the different approaches to care giving.

02 Communication (part 1)

Gráinne Smith — Fri, 26 Feb 2016 19:31:54 +0000

Each care giving situation is different, but they all have themes in common. This podcast discusses frustration, difficult behaviour and ways to communicate calmly with a positive aim and outcome in mind.

01 Introduction

Gráinne Smith — Thu, 24 Dec 2015 11:59:36 +0000

Each care giving situation is different, but they all have themes in common. Please have a listen to this podcast to find out whether my experience matches your situation and decide whether this series explaining how to build the most effective coordinated care possible through constructive communication and collaborative care is for you.