4.2 Evaluate the success of negotiating an environment with an individual and/or others

Qualification: Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care Optional Units
Unit: Unit 336 Enable individuals to negotiate environments
Learning outcome: 4 Be able to evaluate and revise the support provided to an individual to negotiate an environment
Assessment criteria: 4.2 Evaluate the success of negotiating an environment with an individual and/or others

• Review Goals and Objectives: Compare the outcomes of negotiating the environment against the initial goals and objectives set out in the support plan.
• Analyse Observation Records: Examine the observation records for insights into how well the individual managed to navigate the environment, noting areas of strength and difficulty.
• Gather Feedback from the Individual: Ask the individual for their perspective on how successfully they negotiated the environment, including any challenges faced and how they felt throughout the process.
• Consult with Team Members: If other people were involved in supporting the individual, collect their observations and feedback on the negotiation process.
• Evaluate Use of Support Strategies: Assess the effectiveness of any support strategies or aids used, determining whether they adequately met the individual’s needs.
• Consider Progress Over Time: If applicable, compare this experience to previous ones to gauge progress in the individual’s ability to negotiate environments.
• Identify Challenges Overcome: Highlight specific challenges that were successfully overcome, noting any adaptive strategies or support that contributed to these successes.
• Recognise Areas for Improvement: Identify any aspects of the environment or support plan that could be improved to facilitate better negotiation in the future.
• Measure Independence and Confidence: Evaluate any increases in independence and confidence demonstrated by the individual, considering this a key indicator of success.
• Plan for Future Support: Based on the evaluation, outline steps for future support, including any adjustments to strategies, goals, or the environment itself to enhance negotiation success.
• Document and Share Findings: Ensure that the evaluation is documented clearly and shared with the individual, their support network, and any relevant professionals, to inform ongoing support and planning.