Sexuality

  • Author: L Kelly
  • Level: Introduction
  • Study time: 50 minutes
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Lesson series
Sexuality is an essential part of who we are as human beings, influencing how we connect, express ourselves, and experience relationships. This course explores what sexuality means, how it evolves throughout life, and how intimacy, sensuality, and personal identity impact wellbeing. Caregivers will learn how to be respectful, while acknowledging individual needs, preferences, and cultural beliefs related to sexuality and intimacy.
  • Video time: 50 minutes
  • Quiz: 1
  • Assessment: 1
Lesson series

Why this Care Training course?

Understanding sexuality and intimacy is crucial for providing holistic, person-centred care. Every person, regardless of age, disability, or health condition, deserves to have their dignity, identity, and relationships respected. This course equips caregivers with the knowledge and skills to support individuals in maintaining their sense of self, emotional wellbeing, and personal expression. By fostering a respectful and inclusive approach, caregivers can create an environment where individuals feel valued and understood in all aspects of their lives.
Meet the instructor

Leigh Kelly

Leigh Kelly is a New Zealand Registered Nurse who has been working with the elderly and disabled since 1974. Her ADN focused on young physically disabled.

She has been a Charge Nurse at Kenepuru and Greenlane Hospitals Continuing Care Wards, owned her own dementia specific rest home and worked and managed rest homes.

She also has vast experience as a RN in continuing care facilities.
Patrick Jones - Course author