Activity & Inclusion
Activity and inclusion training helps your team provide stimulating activities for the people in their care. Delivered on-site by our experienced trainers.
About the course
Provide stimulating activities for people in your care
By the end of the course, delegates will:
- Understand how quality of life is assessed
- Recognise the factors that can impact resident life satisfaction
- Be aware of the effect that social isolation can have on mental and physical health
- Recognise the factors that can cause feelings of loneliness and isolation
- Recognise the barriers that can prevent socialisation and inclusion
- Be aware of methods to overcome these barriers
- Recognise the benefits of social activities
- Be aware of the different forms of group and one-to-one activities
- Recognise the importance of exercise for elderly people
- Know how to adapt activities using the STEP Model
- Understand how continued learning opportunities are beneficial for elderly people
- Know how to provide effective learning activities
- Be aware of organisations and resources to support social inclusion and activities
What you’ll cover
Full course content
Everything the course covers, exactly as our trainers deliver it:
Social Isolation and Loneliness
- Loneliness and isolation
- Consequences of loneliness and isolation
- Factors affecting loneliness
Barriers to Inclusion
- Barriers
- Behavioural responses to barriers
- Social fears
- Loss of identity
Activity Choices
- Combating loneliness
- Group activities
- One-on-one activities
- Other considerations
Exercise
- Physical activity
- Choosing physical activities
- STEP model
Learning Opportunities
- Learning for the elderly
- Introducing learning
- Principles of learning
- Building on success
Resources and Organisations
- Age Exchange
- Age UK
- Alzheimer’s Society
- Carers UK
- Community Service Volunteers / Volunteering Matters
- Contact the Elderly / Reengage
- Digital Unite
- JABADAO
- NAPA
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Related specialist courses
These subjects sit naturally alongside this course — and we can combine courses into one visit.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Where is the training delivered?
All of our training is delivered on-site at your service, anywhere in the UK — we come to you, so there are no travel costs or venue hire for your team.
How long is the Activity & Inclusion course?
It runs as a half day – 3 hours course, delivered in one visit unless stated otherwise.
How many delegates can attend?
Up to 15 delegates per session.
Do delegates receive a certificate?
Yes — every delegate receives a certificate on completion. Certificates are valid for 1 year, so plan refresher training before they expire.
How much does the course cost?
We price every course on application, based on your dates, location and delegate numbers. Use the contact buttons below — we reply quickly with a quote.
Can we combine courses into one visit?
Yes. Many clients build a full training day from shorter courses, and we can deliver several subjects in one visit — just tell us what your team needs.
Do you only train care providers?
No. This course suits care & nursing homes, home care & domiciliary, supported living, day services, hospices. If your sector isn’t listed, ask — we’ll tailor the course to your setting.
Book this course
We bring Activity & Inclusion training to your service
Delivered on-site at your service, nationwide, with pricing on application. Tell us your dates and delegate numbers and we’ll reply quickly with a quote.
Part of our specialist training range. Also explore behaviour management training and mental health training.