Topic 2: Assess and respond to changes in the care relationship

Care relationships do not always remain the same. Sometimes situations and people can change over time and the relationship they have with others can change also. This can occur for many different reasons, including moving to a new life stage, changes in family circumstances, new and different care and support needs and changes in the ability of the carer to continue to provide care. It is important that as a support worker you are sensitive and alert to changes in situations and that you are ready to respond to changing needs. You may need to offer new or different kinds of support, or help people in the caring relationship to focus on the positive aspects of a transition which might be occurring.

In this topic you will learn how to:
2A   Assess potential risks of change to the care relationship
2B   Support the person, carer and family to identify and use strategies that maximise positive aspects of transition
2C   Support carers, families and friends to maximise ongoing support