Lessons · Social dimension
Caring for Others: Siblings, Children and Older Relatives
Babysitting, child safety, helping grandparents, young carers, hospital visits and dementia. 8 lessons, about 1.5 hours in all.
- 01Babysitting siblings and other children well12 min Looking after a younger brother, sister or a neighbour's child is one of the first real responsibilities many teenagers take on. Done…
- 02Child safety at home: seeing the house through a toddler's eyes12 min Young children explore everything with their hands and mouths. Most serious home accidents are preventable with a few simple checks that…
- 03Play, routines and calm behaviour with younger children11 min Younger children copy what they see. When you are calm, clear and playful, they usually follow your lead. These are the same tools…
- 04Helping older relatives: mobility, falls and dignity11 min In many GCC homes, grandparents live with or close to the family. Small, thoughtful help from younger relatives can keep them safer and…
- 05Tech help for grandparents: setting up safely and spotting scams12 min Helping an older relative video-call the family or pay a bill online is a lovely gift. Helping them recognise a scam call may be an even…
- 06Being a young carer: recognising it and looking after yourself11 min Many young people help look after a parent, sibling or grandparent who is ill or disabled, often without realising they are a carer.…
- 07Visiting someone who is ill or in hospital10 min Visiting a relative or friend in hospital is a strong tradition in GCC families and a real comfort to patients. A good visit is short,…
- 08Dementia and memory loss in the family12 min When a grandparent starts forgetting names or getting confused, the whole family feels it. Understanding what is happening helps you stay…
Further reading
Books to take this module further. We have not been paid to include any of them. Under 18? Ask a parent or guardian before buying online.
- First Aid Manual, 11th Edition (Amazon, opens in a new tab) St John Ambulance, St Andrew's First Aid and British Red CrossThe authorised UK first aid manual, useful when looking after young children or older relatives at home.
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