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CareChamp College Giveaway Terms and Conditions
CareChamp College is running a giveaway where one person will win R2000 cash which will be transferred via eft.
Only open to those who have a valid South African bank account.
The competition will run from March 2023 to April 7th 2023.
To enter the competition you need to share the CareChamp College competition post that is on Instagram and Twitter.
This competition post needs to be shared on your stories and or feed. CareChamp College must be tagged in the shared post/story to be a valid entry.
The CareChamp College competition post will also be shared on the CareChamp Facebook page. If you share this post on your Facebook feed and tag CareChamp you will get an extra competition entry.
All valid entries will go into a lucky draw and one winner will be selected and announced on Friday 7th April 2023 on the CareChamp College Instagram and Twitter page, as well as the CareChamp Facebook page.
The winner will have until Monday the 10th of April to send their banking details.
The R2000 prize will then be transferred via eft within 48hours and will reflect in their account within 5 working days depending on the bank.
The judges’ decision is final. The prize cannot be exchanged.
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The 5 Stages of Early Childhood Development
Experts categorise early childhood development into stages, each falling within a particular age range and expressive of the physical, cognitive, emotional, language, and speech skills.
Childhood development varies from child to child, and there may be quick advances and even regression from time to time. Parents, caregivers, and pediatricians often expect these variations, but in general, skills develop within normal ranges.
The 5 stages of early childhood development are as follows:
Infancy (0-2 years)
During this stage, children learn to develop trust, form attachments with caregivers, and develop basic cognitive and motor skills such as crawling, walking, and exploring their environment.
Early Childhood (2-6 years)
During this stage, children develop language skills, learn to interact with peers, and develop emotional regulation skills. They also begin to explore their sense of self and develop a sense of autonomy.
Middle Childhood (6-11 years)
During this stage, children continue to develop cognitive skills and begin to understand more complex concepts such as cause and effect, time, and perspective. They also develop their social skills and form close relationships with peers.
Adolescence (11-18 years)
During this stage, adolescents experience significant physical, cognitive, and emotional changes. They develop their own sense of identity and begin to form more mature relationships with others.
Emerging Adulthood (18-25 years)
During this stage, young adults transition from adolescence to adulthood. They continue to develop their sense of self and explore their identity while also making important life decisions such as choosing a career and forming long-term relationships.
Overall, early childhood development practitioners play a critical role in supporting the healthy development of young children.
By providing a nurturing environment, stimulating development through play and learning activities, fostering positive relationships, promoting healthy habits, and identifying and addressing developmental delays, they can help ensure that children have the best possible start in life.
Interested in studying early childhood development?
Learn more about our Early Childhood Development Practitioner course HERE
The Importance of Early Childhood Development
CareChamps Lifelong Learning Q1 2022
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CareChamps Lifelong Learning Q4 2021
We at CareChamp are always looking to equip our Champs and motivate them in delivering the best care needed.
We do that with an in-person yearly Refresher Training as as well as virtual videos and articles ongoing throughout the year. Champs are expected to continuously learn, repeat what they learnt, and add to their skills.
How to Comfort and Care for your Loved Ones at the End of Life
Creating a compassionate environment in which your elderly loved one can process the last days of their life is an essential component of end of life care. Most importantly, you will need to honour their wishes around the final chapter, offer pain relief and nurture your loved ones quality of life on your final days together.
Questions to Ask Your Loved One About Late Stage Care
We all hope for a peaceful end to a life well-lived. Although it may be a difficult topic to raise, respecting your loved one’s wishes at the end of life is one of the greatest gifts you can offer them. Although it may be uncomfortable, it’s best to raise the topic sooner rather than later to ensure that your mom, dad or partner has the presence of mind to give you the information you need to make them comfortable as they near the end.
Tips on Building a Daily Routine for Family Caregivers
When you become an in-home caregiver for your elderly loved one, the list of responsibilities can feel overwhelming and long. Creating daily rhythms can offer stability to your parent that will keep them healthy and vibrant for longer. A methodical approach works best. Here are our five of our top tips on how to develop a routine that best suits your loved one’s needs.
The Need for Postpartum Care
While there is plenty of wonderful support on offer for expecting mothers, there is undoubtedly a lack of resources available in South Africa for new mothers. The team at CareChamp is thrilled to offer just that to clients in Cape Town, Pretoria, Joburg, Durban and Port Elizabeth.
SA Expats: Get Quality Care for your Folks Back Home
Recovering from a Difficult Birth
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Lessons for Building Your Business from Successful Female Entrepreneur Sylvia Klopper
By now, we know how Covid-19 has devastated small businesses, but what about the stories of entrepreneurs who have not only continued operating, but have, against the odds, come out stronger? Home care agency CareChamp is one such business. Here’s co-founder Sylvia Klopper’s insights on what sets CareChamp apart from others.
Family Caregiving: A Case for Taking a Break
With life expectancy increasing and innovations in home healthcare technology, most of us will fulfil the role of family caregiver at some point in our lives. On the one hand, caregiving is a rewarding job. On the other, it’s demanding and no one is equipped to do it alone. Which begs the question, who is caring for the caregiver?
CareChamp Investigates: Women and Family Caregiving
The world over, women are the primary providers of informal, unpaid care for family members, including the elderly and adults with chronic medical conditions, physical disabilities, and mental illnesses. We have a vested interest in gender and caregiving. Add to that it being Women’s Month, and that’s why we were drawn to finding out everything we could about gender differences in caregiving. Our findings may surprise you!