Summary Of Monitoring Ms. Phillips Observation

Mr. Howard has been a resident of Arbor Terrace for the past year. He is 82 years old and in good physical condition. He does not need any assistive devices and often passes for a visitor instead of a resident. Mr. Howard’s daughter moved him into Arbor Terrace because of his growing confusion. He lives in AL and spends much of his time near the front desk asking the

Intervention: Ms. Smalls (MHP), Santonias and Ms. Givens (MHS) discussed Santonias complying with the rules of the home. MHP and Santonias had a discussing about his NFL football team as a way to build rapport. MHP requests feedback on possible goals from Santonias and MHS for Individual Plan of Care. MHP, Santonias and MHS discuss and process an incident that happened at the school’s gym.

On this date worker visited Walker Rehabilitation Center in Carbon Hill, for the purpose of monitoring Ms. Blankenship's placement. Worker spoke with Ms. Ana Dyer and learned the family was getting assistance with housing and transportation from a local church. Ms. LaVone Yarbrough and her husband run a ministry that helps family reunite. However, Ms. Dyer is concerned about discharging Ms. Blankenship to the home with narcotic and according to Ms. Dyer, Crimson's boyfriend lives with them. Worker has not been able to conform. Ms. Dyer stated when Ms. Blankenship discharged from the NH she would need a doctor and transportation to the doctor appointments. The nursing home would only discharge Ms. Blankenship with enough for medicine for a few

Next, she moved on to Maine. Again, the dual challenge of securing accommodations and work initially produced a short-term stay at a dingy motel and the realization that affordable housing is further away from the center of jobs. She accepts the first two jobs that are offered: working at a housecleaning service during the week and as a dietary aid in a nursing home on

Ms. Stokes has expressed concerns and frustration in regard to her stay at the apartment, including feeling unsafe from staying on the third floor. Her concerns have led to increased depression, disruptive sleeping patterns, irritability, and anxiety. Based on her reported symptoms during her visits to the program, improvement

RT came into the MOP office in a great mood and greeted writer nicely. However, RT appears to be a socially awkward person. RT communicates with writer but he don't usually talk much. Writer inquired about RT's wellness and RT informed writer that he was doing well and feels like a normal person. RT stated that he just went grocery shopping and was at the neighborhood garden earlier planting. RT informed writer that he no longer goes to venture housing day program because he knows himself and wants to stay out of house; therefore, RT believes that the best thing to do is not to go to the program. Writer inquired about RT's visit with his PCP and RT informed writer that he did not go on May 2,2016 because they were closed. Writer reminded RT

R-Staff EW met with NV to work on some of his recovery goals. Staff EW observed NV drive to Woodman’s grocery store where he purchased some groceries. After Woodman’s, staff EW observed NV drive to the Dollar tree store. At this store, staff EW showed and discussed with NV the many cheaper options there are when it comes to purchasing food and not just going to Woodman’s. Staff EW noticed that’s NV seemed to be a lot more confident in driving and he discussed with staff that he wants to try and drive on the highway in the near future. NV talked

On November 20, 2015 worker visited Selby Ridge Rehab and NH, for the purpose of monitoring Mr. Parker’s situation. Mr. Parker is still in the physical therapy section of the NH but will be moved to a long-term bed soon. When worker arrived, Mr. Parker was lying in bed watching TV. He was dressed appropriately with good personal hygiene. Worker introduced herself and explained the reason for the visit. Mr. Parker remembered worker from the previous visit but could not remember worker’s name.

On this date worker visited the residence of Mr. William Teske, for the purpose of monitoring his situation. When worker arrived, Mr. Teske was heating up a microwave dinner. He stated he was his favorite, spaghetti and meatball. Mr. Teske remembered worker from previous visits. Mr. Teske was appropriately dressed with acceptable hygiene. There was mail lying around the apartment and there the odors of cigarette smoke. During visit Mr. Teske keep O2 on and did not smoke. Mr. Teske thanked worker for helping him get Medicare part A. He stated he still receives Elder Care and home health but HH switched from Amedysis HH to Alacare HH and Alacare is in the process of changing him from HH to Hospice. His only complaint was that too many people

Worker met with Mr. and Mrs. Tidwell at the home of Mr. Walker. Worker discussed the importance of both Mr. and Mrs. Walker receiving 27/7 care. Again,

In chapter three of our book it talk about the basic function of families meeting the needs of their disabled child which includes day-to-day task such as cooking, cleaning , laundry, transportation and health care. Brandy meets all of Marks’ needs staring her day with a walk with the family dog at 5:30 am. After her walk with the dog is completed she gets Marks’ medication ready before she wakes him up. Brandy prepares the medication the night before. Brandy wakes Mark up at 5:50 she gives Mark a shower and she dress him for school because Mark has grown this process takes about twenty minutes.

Betty Jo reluctantly made the decision to move to an assisted living community, due to high pressure from her healthcare providers and family. She is an 85 years old and a widow of 3 years from her beloved husband of over 50 years. Her husband made sure his financial affairs were in order before his death, and thus managed to provide financial comfort and security for Betty Jo. She has two children, both live out of state. Her daughter Karen, has two adolescent children, and visits her mother once a month. Her son, Adam, is a recovering alcoholic who has trouble keeping a job and frequently seeks financial assistance from his mother, yet rarely visits her at Sunrise Pines. Betty Jo often has to sit down for a minute, due to “dizzy” spells and becomes fatigued at a greater frequency than she did before her husband passed away. Her decision to move came after falling twice in her home, upon having hip replacement surgery. She had trouble keeping her physical therapy appointments, and managing her pain medication. Prior to her move, Betty Jo was active in her church and in the Red Hat Society. Now that she is living in Sunrise Pines, she has become more withdrawn and rarely eats her meals in the main dining area. When she does participate in social activities, she acts out and becomes hostile with her fellow residents. The community director received word that she is refusing to take her antidepressant and blood pressure medication. The director reached out to the local

Kathy and Raymond have visits one day per week for two hours per day. Worker supervises these visits once per month. The first visit this worker will be supervising is on November 23, 2016. These visits occur at the Godfrey, Illinois McDonalds play place, but were taking place outside in the community prior to this when the weather is nicer. During the last supervised visit the case assistant observed Raymond reading the newspaper. The tried children interact with the case assistant; the case assistant redirects the children to interact with Kathy and Raymond. Johnathan spent most of the visit in the play place and Zoey spent most of the visit on the tablet. Raymond left the visit and returned 20 minutes later telling Kathy “they (the children)

He is very concerned for the safety of his mother. The occupational therapist suggested she visit to assess Kate's safety in her home concerning these issues. The social worker discussed the possibility of home carers but the mental health nurse who knows Kate well, tells of her concerns that Kate is never at home.

Whilst in hospital care Mrs. Blue was encouraged to be involved in her care. Nurses would regularly provide education and support on how to promote health and well-being. When Mrs. Blue was ready to be discharged home, the nurse provided Mrs. Blue with written information on aftercare and instructions on how to take prescribed medications whilst at home, a contact number for the ward,