Home for people with challenging behaviours

Article Abstract:

A couple of men with learning difficulties and challenging behaviour were being cared for by a team of care workers in the community, however, serious problems were encountered within the first two months and staff either stayed off work or left. Staff were inexperienced and felt they were not getting enough support. Changes were introduced which improved the situation. New managers were more experienced, more support was given, other professionals worked with the residents and regular staff meetings were held. Morale has improved and the residents' behaviour has improved also.

Management, Human resource management, Community-based rehabilitation

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Caring for the carers of people with mental health problems

Article Abstract:

The repositioning of medical services in the U.K. towards care in the community has re-awakened awareness of the needs of carers of people with mental health problems. While much interest has focused on the role of community mental health practitioners, there has been little attempt to explore the role of in-patient staff. A ward manager at London's South Western Hospital has responded to the worries of carers and relatives by establishing a support group based at the hospital and aimed at providing support and information. Details of the project are presented.

Health aspects, Care and treatment, Usage, Mentally ill persons, Psychiatric services, Mental health services, Mentally ill, Group counseling

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