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Change Mental Health: Older people and mental health
This badge will explore ways in which societal ageism can affect the mental health wellbeing of older people.
This badge will explore ways in which societal ageism can affect the mental health wellbeing of older people.
You will begin to recognise the strengths older people bring with them and how your practice can help combat the stigma of age by introducing the 5 key factors needed for a positive life.
To earn this badge you will need to:
- On your staff website, http://www.supportinmindscotland.org.uk
read the factsheet titled ‘Older People-mental health’
- Consider the following 5 key factors needed for a positive, well lived life as identified by Age Concern in partnership with The Mental Health Foundation.
- Absence of discrimination
- Participation in meaningful activities
- Positive relationships
- Physical and mental health wellbeing
- Free from financial stresses
- Read the 2 case studies found in the staff area of the Support in Mind Scotland website:http://www.supportinmindscotland.org.uk
Case Study 1. ‘Where do I go now?’
Case study 2. ‘I’m lost’
Consider the strengths of both Service Users.
Write a brief piece in your learning log or discuss with colleagues, ways in which your practice can identify and build upon these strengths.
To apply for this badge,
Ask your line manager to sign your submission to confirm you have read the information as detailed in this badge
None. This badge does not require you to hold any other badges.
In 150 words or more, answer the following points,
- Consider how you can develop a strengths based approach when supporting older people.
- Tell us how you applied or intend to apply this learning in your practice.
Remember, the evidence you provide will be viewable by anyone who you show your badge to. Please don’t include confidential or private information within your statements.
Badge issuer
Change Mental Health
Change Mental Health seek to support and empower all those affected by mental illness, including family members, carers and supporters.
Submit your application
I confirm that I have read, understood and completed all the activities listed in the badge criteria and that each question from the criteria is answered in the evidence I have provided. My evidence has been written or recorded by me and I have not copied it from anywhere or anyone else. I understand that it will take 28 days for you to assess my application and that feedback will be provided if my application is unsuccessful.
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