Training around Independent Living



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We can run a range of courses around Independent Living which are ideal for:

  • PA employers.
  • Personal Assistants / Care Workers
  • Social Care Staff
  • Charitable organisations.
 

Courses are run by Louise Watch who is both an experienced trainer and Personal Assistants employer.

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We can provide training for:

  • Personal Assistant / Care Workers
    • Independent Livng, past present and future and the role of a PA.
    • Understanding the work of a Personal Assistant.
    • Dynamic Assistance - working in different environments.
    • Providing money management support and the role of a PA team.
    • Working for someone who has an Independent Living Trust / role of a Trustee.



  • Disabled people / employers of PAs.
    • Independent Living and personalised support.
    • Understanding Direct Payments
    • Becoming an Employer - a beginners guide.
    • Funding personal assistance - creating an individual budget.
    • Preparing to Employ a PA
    • Advertising, selection and interviewing techniques.
    • Setting the boundaries, assertiveness and staying in control.
    • Now you're an employer - what you need to do when a PA starts work.
    • Induction and supervision and training PAs.
    • Disciplinary and grievance procedures - what if things go wrong.

  • Social Care Training
    • Independent Living, Direct Payments, Individual Budgets/Personalising Support.


Where are courses held?

Courses can be run across Kent.

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We are also able to run a course in parts of the South East if required and are happy to work with Centres for Independent Living and Direct Payment Support Schemes etc. to arrange courses in your area for a group of 6 or more people (See red areas on the map)
  • We can hold courses in other areas - please tell us which area you are interested in and we will try and schedule one in.
  • In-house or at a venue booked by a group / organisation.