Publisher's Synopsis
The Activities of Daily Living Lesson Plan book from R.O.S. Therapy Systems is designed to allow family caregivers to document the specifics of daily living activities for their loved one. This is a starting point toward continuity and consistency of care for all caregivers that come into contact with the person being cared for. With step by step instructions and easy to use templates, these Lesson Plans are invaluable guides for caregivers to get started. The book begins with a Personal History Form and Home Safety and Preparation checklist. These allow all caregivers to get to know the person being cared for and to make sure the home they are in is as safe as possible. The book is then broken into multiple sections with blank templates that the primary caregivers will use to document lesson plans for: Bathing and Grooming Cooking and Eating Dressing There is also an extra section to document activities and steps such as preparation for bed or toileting Every person has his or her own unique physical / cognitive abilities and needs. How a participant responds to an activity will dictate how the Activity Leader will continue to modify or adapt a Lesson Plan to meet individual participants' needs and abilities - now and in the future. The Lesson Plan should be ever-changing. It is meant to be written on and to note the changes you may have made from the original plan so that the next person working with the participant can follow your modifications with the goal of recreating positive experiences. Information included in each Lesson Plan from R.O.S.: Date: Document the date the activity is used with the senior Program Name: Activity name Objective: To provide meaningful, purposeful activities that will engage participants Materials: Suggested materials/resources to use with this program Prerequisite Skills: Physical skills/abilities a senior should possess for a particular program Activity Outline: Step-by-step instructions to complete the program Evaluation: A thorough evaluation is the most important part of the Lesson Plan. When conducting an activity with the senior, record any verbal cues, assistance, or modifications to incorporate into the activity. It is also helpful to include the senior's response to the program. Note if the senior dislikes a certain activity and won't ever be interested in engaging in this activity in the future. Note programs that are successful at distracting or eliminating a negative behavior (diversion activities). Encourage family members and caregivers to use the evaluation section and also leave tips. Don't waste time recreating the wheel of knowledge; pass on the information so everyone presents the program in the same way with the same modifications and cueing, and achieving the same positive outcomes.
