Role Title: Research Intern, Dignity of Risk
Organisation: Independent Living Assessment (iLA)
Internship Period: Summer (November - December)
Location: East Perth
Independent Living Assessment (specifically the Keep Able programme) is undertaking work to support the community aged care sector. We are leading a working party that will explore the complexities of dignity of risk (DoR) when implementing wellness and reablement interventions.
Wellness and reablement are approaches that enhance the independence and wellbeing of older adults. It supports the human rights of older adults by enhancing autonomy, ensuring they can live safely and happily in their chosen community and continue to do the things that are important to them. All people have the right to take risks and this work will explore the complex balance between dignity of risk and duty of care.
The intern will assist the team with the following:
• Literature review about what dignity of risk is and how it transacts with duty of care
• Lit review on why DoR is important and the balance between DoR and "Risky"
iLA's mission is to provide individualised supports, knowledge and tools that enhance living well and creates a community where everyone can make genuine and informed decisions on how to live independently.