Self- Care
What are some dental hygiene tasks you can perform?
Brushing teeth, flossing, going to the dentist, mouthwash
How do you find a coping skill?
Based on interests and what helps when stressed/ anxious
How many meals a day should you eat?
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
How many groups should you attend a day?
6-10
What does the Recovery Counselor do for you?
Run groups, provide support, help with daily tasks, help with self- help skills, encourages
What is a type of self-care that isn't hygiene?
Getting your nails done, getting your hair done, cleaning your room...
What is the benefit of journaling?
Releasing emotions, track progress, express yourself, build writing skills, decreasing overwhelming thoughts
What do you do when you can't sleep?
Talk to the nurse, positive affirmations, sound machines, meditation
What are some unhealthy communication skills?
yelling, cussing, cross- talking, name calling, blaming...
What do you say when you're uncomfortable with a situation?
Based on Resident's answer.
How many times should you shower a day?
1-2
What is the benefits of exercising?
Decrease stress/ anxiety/ depression, better confidence, increase endorphins
How can you keep a clean living environment?
Cleaning your room/ bathroom, making your bed, taking out your trash, disinfecting surfaces, etc.
What is the purpose of Resident Council?
To build leadership roles, and to self- advocate with peers, increase communication
What times is self- care cart out?
7am-8am
7pm-8pm
How many times should you wear your clothes a day before washing?
1-2
What is box breathing?
Breathe in for 4 seconds, hold for 4 seconds, breathe out for 4 seconds, hold for 4 seconds
What does a healthy meal look like?
Vegetables, fruit, whole grains, protein
What are some healthy communication words?
"I understand.."
"Please and thank you"
"I hear you."
What resources does the CRT provide?
Link to mental health services, housing information, ID, SS card, government phone, GR, SSI...
What are some benefits of taking a cold shower?
Decrease stress/ anxiety, improve circulation to the brain, improves sleep, etc.
Name 3 coping skills and their benefits
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How can you continue to be healthy after the CRT?
Keep up with medical/ mental health appointments, take medication, positive affirmations, knowing your diagnosis, keep in contact with support system...
How do boundaries help relationships?
Understand each others needs/ wants in the relationship, build respect, improve communication, stronger bond...
What are some tasks you can do over the phone?
SSI, Medi- Cal replacement, EBT replacement, make medical appointments (with approval by Ciera M.)