Home Care Basics Review

This course comprehensively provides a review for caregivers to provide essential support, focusing on fostering independence, dignity, and respect for individuals in their homes. Key areas include creating a safe environment by preventing accidents and managing hazards, and promoting safe mobility through ambulation, transfer techniques, and fall prevention. The curriculum addresses the aging process, covering physical changes and the importance of psychosocial well-being. It also prepares caregivers for emergencies, emphasizing infection control, recognizing and reporting abuse, and fire safety.