Explain where additional advice, guidance or support can be accessed to improve own practice

There are many sources of additional advice, guidance or support that you may access to improve your own care practice. Some examples include:

• The individuals that you care for – listen and take on board to what they tell you
• Your manager (including informal chats and formal supervision, observations, appraisal etc.)
• Your co-workers (during induction or handover as well as during team meetings)
• Formal training (either in-house or from an external agency)
• Other professionals e.g. social workers, nurses, GPs, advocates etc.
• The family/friends of the individuals you care for
• Leaflets, posters etc.
• Your own research (e.g. at the local library or via the Internet)