HSC Core Groups in Context Flashcards

Flashcards about youth, rural and remote populations, and the aged, their needs, and available community services.

Examples of positive terminology used for youth and their impact.

Sweetie, youngster, honey, the future of Australia. Reinforces good behavior.

Examples of negative terminology used for youth and their impact.

Announce, binge drinker, drain on society, dangerous, idiot, kid, loser, druggie. Lowers self-esteem.

What types of needs are included in Youth safety and security?

Physical, emotional, or financial.

Name 2 services that promote safety and security for youth.

Kids Helpline, Safer Schools Together.

Name 2 services that promote health for youth.

Headspace, sport and recreational activities.

Name 2 services that promote education for youth.

Apprenticeships, Highschool

Name 2 services that promote sense of identity for youth.

Recreational Programs, mentorship programs.

Name 2 services that promote employment for youth.

Work for the Dole, Centre for Multicultural Youth.

Name 2 services that promote adequate standard of living for youth.

Youth Off The Streets, Homeless Shelters and Transitional Housing.

Name services that provide financial support for youth.

Austudy, Newstart, FEE HELP, HECS, Bank Loans.

Name services that provide transport for youth.

Opal Card, YAXI, YOWI, Uber.

Name services that provide legal aid for youth.

Children’s Legal Service, Youth Law Australia

Name services that provide education for youth.

NSW Education, Catholic Schools NSW

Name services that provide counseling for youth.

Headspace, Kids Helpline, Anglicare.

Name services that provide health for youth.

Sexual Health Clinics, NSW Health (hospitals), PBS, Medicare.

How does socioeconomic status affect access to services for youth?

Some services may be inaccessible due to cost. Low SES may cause depression. Some services may be inaccessible due to the inability to pay for transport.

How does age affect access to services for youth?

Many services are for over 18s (alcohol, lease agreements, legal premises, etc).

How does gender affect access to services for youth?

Men are less likely to seek help, usually medical or mental health.

What are the types of individual diversity within rural or remote area?

First Nations peoples, Retirees, FIFO( Fly-In-Fly-Out)

What are the examples of positive terminology?

Country folk, rural and remote families

What are the impacts of using positive terminologies in Rural and remote communities?

self-identity is enhances, group cohesion is enhanced, feel respected

What are the examples of negative terminology?

hill billy, uneducated, behind the rest of society

What are the impacts of using negative terminologies in Rural and remote communities?

Lack of confidence, feel discriminated against and Feel isolated from civilisation

What are the services that promote safety and security in Rural and remote communities?

Rural Fire Service, State Emergency Service (SES)

What are the services that promote health in Rural and remote communities?

Telehealth Services, Rural Health Outreach Fund

What are the services that promote education in Rural and remote communities?

School of the Air, Distance Education NSW

What are the services that promote a sense of identity in Rural and remote communities?

CRANAplus Bush Support Service

What are the services that promote employment in Rural and remote communities?

Rural Fly-Inn, Fly-Out Jobs, Jobs for Rural Labourers

Who provides financial type of need/services in rural and remote communities?

Rural financial counselling service, rural assistance authority

Who provides Accommodation and Housing type of need/services in rural and remote communities?

National homelessness services, crisis accommodation program

Who provides Transport type of need/services in rural and remote communities?

Royal Flying Doctor, isolated patients travel and accommodation assistance schemes

Who provides Legal Aid type of need/services in rural and remote communities?

Legal Aid Queensland rural, regional and remote outreach programs, Northern Territory Legal Aid

Who provides Education type of need/services in rural and remote communities?

School of the Air, the connection remote school program, distance education

Who provides Employment type of need/services in rural and remote communities?

Rural health workforce incentive scheme, Workforce Australia

Who provides Counselling type of need/services in rural and remote communities?

Beyond Blue, telehealth services

Who provides Healthcare type of need/services in rural and remote communities?

Paintent assisted travel scheme, Royal Flying Doctor Service

How does Gender affect access to services in Rural and remote communities?

Women's access to educational opportunities is limited due to their scarce access to childcare

How does Levels of education affect access to services in Rural and remote communities?

Lower levels of education generally mean people are more unaware of services available

How does Type of disability affect access to services in Rural and remote communities?

Isolation limits them from accessing the types of services required

How does Culture affect access to services in Rural and remote communities?

Culture create a barrier with language and religious beliefs

What is an example of how culture can affect access to services in Rural and remote communities?

Females needing to go to the doctor, but the only one that is available is male, then modifications are required

How does Language affect access to services in Rural and remote communities?

Speaking another language and the difficulties in accessing interpreters

How does Age affect access to services in Rural and remote communities?

Being technology savy and having access to the internet

How does Socioeconomic status affect access to services in Rural and remote communities?

Having a low SES

List examples of positive terminology used to describe the aged.

Smart, wise, hardworking, kind, caring.

List examples of negative terminology used to describe the aged.

Lonely, frail, old, poor health, sick, useless.

Describe the Healthcare – Home Care Packages Program for the aged.

The Home Care Packages program supports older people with complex care needs to live independently. Nurses help with household tasks, equipment (such as walking frames), and minor home modifications, personal care, clinical care such as nursing, allied health and physiotherapy services.

Describe the Counselling – Coastal Breeze Counselling service for the aged.

This service provides individuals with a chance to improve psychological health for depression, anxiety, anger management, and emotional strain. This service acts as a safe and confidential space, therefore enhancing an aged person's sense of safety and security.

Describe the Education – Wesley School for Seniors service for the aged.

This service offers learning opportunities for people over 55 years old to help individuals learn new skills and socialize in an environment that is safe and supportive. This environment enhances the elderly’s education needs as it allows the individuals to live an independent, fulfilling life. By continuing to engage in educational opportunities, the elderly are provided with brain stimulation, which prevents cognitive decline.

Describe the Employment – Vinnies service for the aged.

This service offers support and voluntary employment for the aged, which helps keep aged people in the workforce, providing them with a purpose to help the community whilst increasing their sense of identity.

Describe the Legal Aid – Senior Rights Service for the aged.

This service provides free and confidential legal services to seniors across NSW and allows seniors to have increased safety and security as they feel supported and have an outlet to turn to when dealing with legal issues.

Describe the Accommodation/Housing – St Agnes Parish Independent Living Village service for the aged.

Supports residents to maintain their independence, pursue their interests and remain active within the community, allowing for an increased sense of identity and looks after health and social wellbeing as well as services such as cleaning, heating and cooling, and maintenance which increases safety and security in the village as there are staff and neighbours who are around.

Describe the Transport – Home Care Elderly Support Service - Care Connect service for the aged.

This service meets the need for health, as this service assists in transporting aged people to medical appointments.

Describe the Financial Support – Centrelink Age Pension service for the aged.

This service provides financial security to pay for necessities and enables access to more expensive tools to assist the aged with daily living activities.

What is the Community Visitors Scheme (CVS) Policy 2013–2016 for the aged?

Policy to reduce social isolation and loneliness among elderly Australians in aged care. Arranges volunteer visits offering companionship and emotional support regardless of income, background, or geographical location

What is the Aged Care Act 1997 legislation for the aged?

Legislation establishing a legal framework ensuring high-quality, accessible aged care in Australia.Regulates aged care providers, sets funding standards, and protects the rights of older individuals receiving care based on need, and protects against abuse, neglect, and discrimination

What is Age Pension Policy for the aged?

Policy to financially support aged individuals who are unable to fully support themselves post-retirement. Provides income support for eligible older Australians based on age, residency, and financial means, therefore, reducing income inequality

What is the Age Discrimination Act 2004 legislation for the aged?

Legislation making age-based discrimination illegal in areas like employment, education, and services.Enforced by the Australian Human Rights Commission.Promotes fair treatment of older Australians, ensures equal access to services, and helps maintain job opportunities and social inclusion for the aged.

What is the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) Policy for the aged?

Policy to make essential medications affordable for all Australians, especially vulnerable groups. Subsidises a broad range of prescription medications to reduce out-of-pocket costs, supporting older Australians with high medication needs.

What is the Superannuation Policy for the aged?

Policy to help Australians save for retirement and reduce reliance on government pensions. A compulsory savings system where employers contribute to an employee’s retirement fund during their working life

List 4 Government and Community Organizations That Support the Aged.

Department of Health and Aged Care, COTA (Council on the Ageing) Australia, Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS), Dementia Australia

What is meant by primary homelessness?

Primary homelessness is all people without a roof over their head

What is meant by secondary homelessness?

Secondary homelessness includes people who frequently move from one temporary shelter to another

What is meant by tertiary homelessness?

Tertiary homelessness is people who are living in accommodation that does not meet the minimum community standard for housing

What are some of the examples of positive terminology when referring to the homeless?

Unlucky, unfortunate, disadvantaged, people in need

What are some of the examples of Negative terminology when referring to the homeless?

Bum, Hobo, Junkie, Lazy, Street rat, Derro

What are some of the examples of services which promote safety and security to the hOmeless

Safe night spaces & Legal advocacy, St Vincent de Paul Night Patrol and Legal support

What are some of the examples of services which promote health to the hOmeless

Mobile health clinics & mental health support, Cohealth Co Health

What are some of the examples of services which promote sense ofidentityy to the hOmeless

Community arts & Peer support groups, The Arts Project and Alcoholics Anonymous

What are some of the examples of services which promote employement to the hOmeless

Job training & Microfinance Programs, The Big Issue

What are some of the examples of services which promote Adequate standard of living to the hOmeless

Homeless shelter & Outreach programs, Salvation Army and Mission Australia

What are type of services for “Financial Support” for the homeless?

Government benefits (centrelink), Rent Choice Assist

What are type of services for “transport” for the homeless?

Homeless Youth Transport policy in Victoria

What are type of services for “Accommodation and Housing” for the homeless?

The Department of Housing, Crisis Accommodation Program

What are type of services for “Health care” for the homeless?

Homeless Outreach Team provides health assessment

What are type of services for “Counselling” for the homeless?

Homelessness Mental Health Program

What are type of services for “Education” for the homeless?

Father Chris Riley's Youth off the Streets

What are type of services for “Employment” for the homeless?

Mission Australia, The Big Issue

How does lanquge affect the ability to access services for youth:

People from ethnic backgrounds may have language barriers, preventing them from accessing certain services due to a lack of knowledge and ability to communicate.

How does Knowledge afect the ability to access services for youth:

Many homeless Australians have a low level of education. Homeless people may find it difficult to decipher information and fill out forms, which means they will not be motivated to do so.

How does Money afect the ability to access services for youth:

Homeless people have a lack of funds, which means they have limited access to services where a fee is charged. This may affect their health

How does confidenitialiyt afect the ability to access services for youth:

people generally have a lowered sense of self and may be reluctant to share their story

What is NSW homelessness strategy 2023-2028?

A strategy that works closely with homelessness services, communities, businesses, people with lived experience and governments. the NSW The Homelessness

What is Protocol for homeless people in public places ?

Was created to assist governments, organisations and non-government organisations on how they interact with homeless people Allows homeless individuals to be treated with respect and not taken advantage of

Through successful implementation, this marginalised group if home less individuals can attain a significant opportunity towards their right equity

The Homeless Person Assistance Act 1974

What is “the big issue”?

This is a service that employs people who are homeless or have a disadvantage Eg unemployment, no funds which has a positive impact on them

What is “homeless Australia”?

This promotes awareness,educates the community and promotes right and the homeless and it attempts to enhance public awareness regarding the understanding causes of homelessness