Vision Loss in Older People

This module has been developed for support workers in residential and community settings, to provide information and ideas for reducing the impact of hearing loss in older people. 
It outlines the causes and current research relevant to aged care, provides help to identify and report the early stages of hearing loss, and strategies to help create a more inclusive, stimulating, and safe environment for older people who have hearing impairments. 
The module is aligned to the Aged Care Quality Standards 1, 3, and 5, and explains the requirements of these in relation to sensory loss. 

• Identify the most common causes of vision loss in older people.
• Indicate the early signs of vision loss.
• Identify communication and environmental strategies to help support a person with a vision impairment.
• Describe aids and technology to support vision and promote inclusion.

 Course Code: CLIVL

Standards Incorporated in this Course:  5 & 3

CPD Value: 0.35