Getting Your Needs Met
Who are two staff members who could be on your care team?
Psychiatrist, nursing, social work, recreational therapist, behavioural therapist, occupational therapist, dietician, addictions counsellour, community worker, case manager
What is a benefit of eating healthy?
More energy, losing weight, helping blood pressure and cholesterol, reduced risk of health problems
What does BT stand for?
Behavioural therapist
What is a benefit of exercise?
More energy, stress relief, lose weight or build muscle, sleep better, improve mood, reduce risk of health problems
How can you advocate for your needs?
Talk to your treatment team calmly and clearly
Follow through on actions that are your own responsibility
Keep trying?
How can you manage eating healthily?
Plan meals in advance, eat at regular times, have a balanced plate, snack less, drink healthy beverages (including water...)
Who should you ask about your finances?
Social worker
What is a benefit of personal hygiene?
Improve health, self-esteem, and relationships with others
When are opportunities to advocate for your needs?
1:1s
ORBs
Case conferences
Ask care team about Kardex
Groups
How can you improve sleep hygiene?
Regular routine, avoid caffeine, do something relaxing before bed, avoid long naps, change your bed time in small increments