Whether or not we are aware of it, we all live our everyday lives by a set of values that shape how we think and react.
What are 'Values' and how do you think they are they formed?
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Values are beliefs and ideas about how people should behave which have been formed by our childhoods, families, backgrounds, cultures, religions, educations and relationships.
Whilst we each have our own values, there are values which are important for working in health and social care.
Six values are now recognised as applying to health and social care workers. These are known as ‘The 6 Cs'.
Can you think of what the 6 C's are?
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The 6 C's are:
Care: having someone’s best interests at heart and doing what you can to maintain or improve their wellbeing
Compassion: being able to feel for someone, to understand them and their situation
Competence: to understand what someone needs and have the knowledge and skills to provide it
Communication: to listen carefully but also be able to speak and act in a way that the person can understand
Courage: not to have fear to try out new things or to say if you are concerned about anything
Commitment: dedication to providing care and support but also understanding the responsibility you have as a worker
