The impact the COVID 19 pandemic and cocooning has had on the ageing population

  1. Discuss the impact the COVID 19 pandemic and cocooning has had on the ageing population and consider the role of social care professionals when supporting older people during a pandemic.
  2. Evaluate the theories of Ageing
  3. Explore interventions and best practice principles when working with the elderly
  4. Comprehend the importance of independence, self-determination and purposeful activity in the lives of clients who are older
  5. Discuss the impact of social isolation on older peoples mental health
  6. Apply theories of ageing in discussion
  7. Consider national and international responses
  8. Discuss the role of the social care practitioner which should come from the social model of care and be
    evidenced by best practice principles