Personal Care

What is personal care?

Working parents may find it difficult tocomplete personal care routines with their children due to limitation in timethis is when they can engage a provider to provide personal care supports.

Personal care for children involves assistingwith daily activities like hygiene, toileting, dressing, and eating, ensuring achild's well-being and independence. This support can be provided in varioussettings, including homes, schools, or community spaces, and may involve directhelp with tasks or guidance and supervision. The goal is to help children feelcomfortable, confident, and capable in their daily routines, while respectingtheir dignity and promoting their personal development.

Personal care for children is a crucial aspectof their development and well-being, particularly for children who are unable toperform these tasks independently.

Key aspects of personal care:

Personal hygiene:
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This includes activities like showering, bathing, brushing teeth, washing hands, and caring for hair.

Toileting:
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Assisting with using the toilet, managing in continence, and menstrual care.

Eating and drinking:

Helping with meal preparation, feeding, and managing dietary needs.

Dressing and grooming: 

Assisting with putting on clothes, maintaining hair, and other personal grooming tasks.

Medication reminders:
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Providing reminders about medications and ensuring they are taken correctly.

Other support:
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This can include assistance with mobility, using aids and devices, and attending appointments.

Why personal care is important:

Promoting independence:
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Helping children develop skills to care for themselves, building confidence and self-esteem.

Ensuring well-being:
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Supporting physical health, hygiene, and overall comfort.

Respecting dignity:
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Treating children with respect and providing a supportive environment for personal care routines.

Reducing vulnerability:
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Empowering children to have control over their bodies and personal care routines can reduce vulnerability to abuse.

Why should you choose South West Care Services?

• All our staff hold a valid Working with Children Check.
• We ensure our statement of commitment to child safety is adhered to.
• We ensure you receive the most out of your core support budget.
• We are a registered NDIS provider, ensuring we meet the NDIS Practice Standards while providing services
• We work with you to provide service at your convenience from Sydney CBD to Greater Sydney
• Our support workers are experienced and are trained regularly to meet the NDIS Practice standard.
• We arrange different and exciting activities that will entice your interest.
• Our accessible vehicle is equipped with safety features and designed to accommodate individual needs
• We provide flexibility with transportation requirements