# Decision Making: Managing Members Money

> Every day Helpers strive to support Five Good Friends members maintain their independence including independence with their money However there are times 

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Last updated: 2024-09-11T01:36:53.662Z

## ![](https://cdn.kustomerhostedcontent.com/media/62bdb8727045aa066fa5e91e/4a04109137abecdd355bef496f035af0.png)Managing money with care

Everyday Helpers strive to support Five Good Friends members to maintain their independence, including independence with their money. However, there are times when Members need some assistance from those around them, including Helpers. 

When assisting Members, Helpers must anticipate risks for Members and ensure Members are not at risk of any harm. Helpers also need to consider any risks to themselves.  It is a difficult balance and requires the useful stop, think and go tool.  

We have prepared a short animation on how and when to use the Stop-Think-Go decision-making tool when dealing with Members' money. 

### Further questions and enrolment

To enrol directly, go [LearnUpon](https://fivegoodfriends.learnupon.com/catalog/courses) and self-enrol.

For further information, call us on 1300 787 581 or email [learning.development@fivegoodfriends.com.au](mailto:learning.development@fivegoodfriends.com.au).

## Enhance your skills with our Decision Making Modules

Our Decision Making Modules training series is designed to enhance your caregiving skills by providing practical solutions for a range of scenarios. 

This comprehensive series includes seven focused modules, each aimed at equipping you with the knowledge and strategies needed to handle various challenges effectively. The modules offer valuable insights and actionable tools to help you deliver the highest quality of care and support.

##  Explore additional Decision Making Modules

Our Decision Making training series features seven modules designed to enhance your skills and prepare you for a variety of scenarios when supporting a Member. The modules include:

1.  **Member Not at Home:** Manage situations when a Member is not present, ensuring their safety and clear communication.
2.  **Conflict of Interest:** Identify and navigate conflicts to maintain professional integrity.
3.  **Member Emergency:** Respond effectively during emergencies to ensure Member safety.
4.  **Managing Members' Money:** Support Members in financial independence while safeguarding against risks.
5.  **Giving Medical Advice:** Understand the boundaries and responsibilities in providing medical advice.
6.  **Working with Pets:** Interact with pets in caregiving settings to foster a harmonious environment.
7.  **Accepting and Receiving Gifts:** Follow protocols for gifts to maintain professionalism.

Each module is designed to provide you with practical tools and knowledge to excel in your role, ensuring that you are well-prepared to handle a variety of situations with confidence and competence. Discover all of these Decision Making Modules in [LearnUpon](https://fivegoodfriends.learnupon.com/catalog/courses).