We are looking for patient assessors for our 2024 PLACE assessment at Woking Community Hospital. 

Role summary/purpose

PLACE stands for Patient-Led Assessments of the Care Environment. A PLACE assessment focuses entirely on the care environment and does not assess clinical care provision.

The following six areas are assessed during the inspection:

Apps list (please note that not all of these apps are free)

• Balance and mobility

• Cognition

• Vision

• Arm recovery

• Mood

Stroke Association

The Stroke Association is a charity that offers insight into the effects of a stroke and the recovery. They organise support groups and online activities and advise on what services could help you in your area. They also provide support to the carers and families of stroke survivors. 

For further information please see the Stroke Association website:https://www.stroke.org.uk/ or contact their helpline on 0303 3033 100

Local Support Groups:

The neighbourhood structure within CSH Surrey for community nursing is outlined below:

Connect to Support Surrey

Connect to Support Surrey is an online resource that provides information on how to stay independent, safe and well. It offers a central location to find details of sources for care and support, local groups, charities, transport and public bodies.

https://www.connecttosupportsurrey.org.uk/

Day Centres

There are 6 basic principles of fatigue management/energy conservation:

1. Take frequent rests

2. Prioritise activities

3. Plan ahead/time management

4. Organise tools, materials and work area (ergonomics)

5. Adopt a good posture

6. Lead a healthy lifestyle and exercise

1. Take frequent rests

- Balance activities with rests and learn to allow time to rest when planning a days activities.

- Rest means doing nothing at all.

What is a stroke?

Secondary prevention

Stroke Association

Exercises

Arm recovery

Leg recovery

Sensory changes