Educational Care for Seniors 2

Týden 5

Outline for Writing a Case Study:

1. Introduction

  • Briefly introduce the topic of the case study.

  • State the chosen relevant issue related to educational care for seniors (e.g., dementia, social isolation, age-related disabilities, etc.).

  • Provide an overview of the senior person chosen for the case study (without identifying personal details).

2. Personal History (Osobní anamnéza)

  • Describe the individual’s background: age, education, occupation, and relevant personal circumstances.

  • Highlight any significant life events or experiences that have shaped the individual’s current situation.

  • Include relevant details such as health, relationships, and any particular needs they may have due to aging.

3. Family History (Rodinná anamnéza)

  • Explore the family background of the individual: family structure, relationships, history of any medical conditions or social issues.

  • Identify any factors in the family history that may influence the person’s current state (e.g., hereditary conditions, caregiving dynamics).

4. Case History (Kazuistika)

  • Provide a detailed account of the senior’s condition or issue (e.g., cognitive decline, mobility issues, emotional well-being).

  • Explain how the issue manifests in their daily life, interactions, and routines.

  • Discuss any challenges they face in their environment (e.g., living situation, social interactions, access to healthcare).

  • If applicable, mention previous educational care or interventions the individual has received.

5. Theory and Literature Review

  • Provide a theoretical framework based on academic sources (minimum of 2 foreign sources, cited in Harvard style).

  • Discuss relevant theories or research related to senior care, educational strategies, or interventions for aging individuals.

  • Analyze how the theories connect to the case and the person’s specific needs or challenges.

6. Intervention Proposal (Návrh intervence)

  • Suggest possible interventions or educational strategies for improving the individual’s situation.

  • Propose tailored approaches to care, education, and support (e.g., cognitive training, physical rehabilitation, social activities).

  • Discuss the feasibility, effectiveness, and potential outcomes of the proposed interventions.

7. Conclusion

  • Summarize the key findings and insights from the case study.

  • Reflect on the importance of education and care for seniors and the role of interventions in improving quality of life.

  • Mention any limitations in the study and potential areas for further research or development in the field of senior care.

8. References

  • List all the academic sources used in the case study, following the Harvard citation style.

Additional Notes:

  • The case study should be written in approximately 2 pages (1800 characters per page, including spaces).

  • Students must cite sources using the Harvard citation style.

  • The work will be uploaded to the submission platform during the final week of the semester.

  • A template for the case study will be provided in the interactive outline.