Qualification: Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care Optional Units
Unit: Unit 336 Enable individuals to negotiate
environments
Learning outcome: 2 Know how to prepare to support an individual to negotiate an environment
Assessment criteria: 2.2 Establish the resources that are available to support an individual to negotiate an
environment
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- Personal Mobility Devices: Wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, and canes that enhance an individual’s ability to move around independently.
- Navigation Aids: GPS devices, mobile apps designed for navigation assistance, and tactile maps for those with visual impairments.
- Assistive Technology: Hearing aids, visual aids, and speech-to-text apps that support individuals with sensory or communication impairments.
- Accessible Transport Services: Services such as dial-a-ride, accessible taxis, and public transport with disability accommodations.
- Disability Support Services: Organisations and charities that offer advice, advocacy, and practical support for individuals with disabilities.
- Environmental Modifications: Ramps, lifts, widened doorways, and adapted facilities within buildings and public spaces to improve access.
- Community Health and Social Care Support: Occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and social workers who can provide professional advice and assistance.
- Training and Education Resources: Materials and courses on self-advocacy, mobility training, and using assistive technologies effectively.
- Emergency Response Systems: Devices or services that allow individuals to alert others in case of an emergency or fall.
- Support Networks: Peer support groups and online communities where individuals can share experiences and advice on navigating different environments.
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