Working in someone's home for months or years builds closeness — and that's where boundaries get tested. Gifts, personal invitations, lonely clients, family dynamics — the line between warm and too close can blur quickly. This course gives you a practical framework, including the 5-Second Test, to stay professional without being cold. For all home care and community care workers. ~12 mins + quiz. Certificate on completion.
What You'll Learn
— What professional boundaries are and why they exist
— Why boundaries are harder to maintain in home care
— The 7 boundary areas: emotional, physical, social, time, confidentiality, role, financial
— How to handle gifts, favours, and financial boundary tests
— The 5-Second Test for everyday situations
— Managing family dynamics while maintaining professional limits
— Recognising boundary creep and when to escalate to your supervisor