The Importance of Wellbeing Coordinators in a Care Home

The health and wellbeing of older people living in a residential care home is something that should always be a number one priority. Care home residents are at the very heart of a care home, and should be presented with an array of opportunities to try new things, continue hobbies, socialise and be active. Wellbeing coordinators are essential to have in a care home as they’re put in place to ensure that residents are holistically cared for and making the most of every day.

Being a Care Home Wellbeing Coordinator

The role of a wellbeing coordinator or activities coordinator is one that often gets compared to an activities coordinator, and although some responsibilities may overlap and both roles require the individual to be dedicated to making the lives of residents better, an activities coordinator’s focus is more on the organisation of events and excursions for the residents to take part in.

Both roles require someone who can provide personcentred care, is passionate about their position, and is willing to go above and beyond to ensure that care home residents are always receiving the care they deserve. A wellbeing coordinator role is one that is constant and always puts the happiness, comfort and safety of their residents first.

Wellbeing in Care Homes

The importance of wellbeing in a care home cannot be understated and is something that should be focused on very much. There are constantly new caring techniques being discussed, tried, and tested to ensure that all care home residents get the very best care that’s been tailored to best suit their needs and to provide a quality of life. 

How Wellbeing Coordinators Help

Coordinators help people who live in care homes live the life they choose. They help create a relaxed home environment for every one of their residents and ensure that the standards that the residents set for their care and lifestyles are consistently met, and that they experience a quality of life while residing in a care home. These talented and dedicated team members help in a variety of ways, and in ways that vary from individual to individual such as:

Maintaining Medical Wellbeing

A big part of fulfilling the role of a wellbeing coordinator is the ability to consistently maintain the medical wellbeing of the residents. From identifying when additional support is needed, to  medication management and general health care, the importance of administering the perfect level of medical attention cannot be overlooked. 

Supporting Physical Health

A key role of being a wellbeing coordinator is being able to physically support residents as they go about their daily lives. People living in care sometimes need that little bit of extra physical support, whether that’s with taking a stroll around the garden or simply helping with moving between the rooms around the home.

Encouraging Mental & Emotional Development

Mental health is something that’s incredibly important to take care of, no matter how old you are. As a wellbeing coordinator, you’re expected to look after residents and make sure they never feel afraid to communicate how they feel. People of an older generation sometimes struggle with stigmas surrounding mental health, making emotional development crucial to the entire caring process. 

Engaging in Stimulating Social Interactions 

Social care is a huge part of being a coordinator. Everybody is different, meaning that some residents will thrive in a more social setting, whereas some will prefer the comfort of their own company. Helping residents gain the confidence to make new friends and socialise with the people around them is essential to their individual emotional growth. To help encourage socialisation and resident well being, activity coordinators will create activities that older people feel safe in partaking in, such as playing board games with one another.

Deeply Understanding Residents

Those who live in care homes have made that decision due to either wanting the company of others or for the around-the-clock assistance with daily tasks, personal care, and medical support. The key to being an excellent coordinator is the ability to understand their residents and be able to empathise with them on a deep and emotional level. Older people can often face feelings of confusion and disorientation, making a familiar face essential to have around the home.

High Standards of Care at Queens View Harbour

The wellbeing of our residents is of utmost priority to us as well as making sure they're living their lives to the fullest in a safe and comfortable environment. Our approach to the care we give our residents is second to none, and high-quality support is what we strive for in everything we do. Our care home in Troon, Queens View Harbour, is one where you’ll always be made to feel at home a receive a quality of life each and every day. 

The activities team at Queens View Harbour Care Home plays an important role in ensuring our residents lead fulfilling lives. Our Activities Coordinators curate a wide range of activities and events for special occasions, allowing our residents to create cherished memories with their loved ones. By tailoring activities to suit each person's achievable capabilities, the team ensures that everyone can take part. From physical exercise routines to mentally stimulating games and trips to the local community, our activities team is committed to catering to individual interests and providing the best quality of life for all our residents.

Our devoted, kind, and knowledgeable team takes great pride in offering a person-centred that respects the confidentiality and dignity of all of our residents and their loved ones. Working together with residents and their families, we may adapt the care provided as needed as individual needs vary over time. All of this occurs in a secure, safe, and welcoming setting where all of your needs are satisfied.

We’d Love to Hear from You

You can phone us at 01292 435 971 or email info@queensviewharbour.co.uk if you have any questions about our care home services and policies, or if you’re simply interested in learning more about our approach to wellbeing. If your question is not urgent, please feel free to fill out our Enquiry Form, and someone from our team will get back to you as soon as possible.