Contribute to supporting group care activities

Unit aim

This unit is aimed at those working in a wide range of settings. It provides the learner with the knowledge and skills required to support individuals to participate in and enjoy group care activities.

Outcome 1 Understand the place of group care activities in the care and support of individuals

The learner can:

1. explain how participating in group care activities can benefit an individual’s identity, selfesteem and well-being

2. identify examples of when a group care activity may be the best way to meet an individual’s care or support needs

3. explain why dilemmas may arise when providing support for individuals through group care activities.

Outcome 2 Contribute to the development of a supportive group culture

1. support group members to understand the benefits of group activities

2. encourage interaction between new and existing group members that promotes enjoyment, co-operation, inclusion and well-being

3. describe ways to support group members to resolve any conflicts that may arise amongst themselves.

Outcome 3 Contribute to the implementation of group care activities

1. work with individuals and others to agree approaches, content and methods for group care activities

2. carry out agreed role to support individuals and the group during activities

3. address any adverse effects and maximise benefits for individuals during activities

4. maintain records about group care activities in line with agreed ways of working.

Outcome 4 Contribute to the evaluation of group care activities

The learner can:

1. contribute to agreeing with individuals and others the processes, roles and criteria for assessing group care activities

2. carry out agreed role in contributing to the evaluation of the processes, effects and outcomes of group activities

3. describe ways to ensure that individuals and others are actively involved in the evaluation

4. contribute to agreeing changes to activities or processes to improve outcomes for individuals.