Challenges in particular
- Taking the time to manage the money, taking control of the living costs, including knowing what is coming in, what’s going out and when.
- Finding an accommodation, safe place to live and to bring their immediate family, save costs on rent whilst looking for somewhere permanent, finding good schools for their children.
- Maintaining a healthy diet as a student / nurse on a low budget, adapting to the new diet or difficulties finding Indian Foods within the budget.
- Understand the diversity and the needs, meeting the cultural and religious needs.
- Keeping in contact with families and friends, purchasing mobile phones, Internet facilities, local transport links etc.
- Emotional intelligence to deal with the immediate conflicts and maintaining relationship.
- Understanding the care environment, change in nursing practice, skills development, career pathways, etc.
- Communication and language barriers, understanding the local accent, slangs, etc.
- Prioritising and Managing Time, Embarking on a new life including studying and taking on a new role requires planning and preparation.
- Looking after the health and wellbeing, by registering with GP, accessing the services available, emotional support and mental health while there is no immediate family support available.
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