Management of family resources

Grade 6 TLE Topic: Management of Family Resources

1. MANAGEMENT OF FAMILY RESOURCES Prepared by: RIZZA M. DE MESA

2. LESSON 1 FAMILY RESOURCES AND NEEDS Lesson Objectives Define family resources Identify lists of family resources Explain the types of family resources Explain the importance of time management Prepare one week schedule of work Identify basic and social needs

3. What do we mean by FAMILY RESOURCES ?

4. What do we mean by FAMILY RESOURCES ? This includes: Money things non-working members of the family may possess energy, time, and skills

5. Types of Family Resources

6. Types of Family Resources Human Resources Every able-bodied member of the family is considered an important human resource. People who can contribute their time, effort, skills, strength, and expertise is considered part of the family’s human resource.

7. Human Resources Capabilities, Intelligence, and Skills Every person has his or her unique ability and intelligence in a way that improves not only himself or herself but also others. It is important to identify the talents and skills that each person has and utilize them for the common good. Strength/Energy The strength of a person does not only mean having good health and strong body. It also means having emotional stability, mental alertness, and having reasonable commitment and positive outlook in life, especially in work that improves self and society. Strength is also needed to accomplish tasks on time in order to play, entertain, and relax with the family afterwards.

8. Types of Family Resources 2. Material Resources Tangible assets such as house and lot, furniture and appliances, jewelry, automobiles, and cash are referred to as the family’s material resources. Every family must invest wisely in material resources, making sure that they consider quality, durability, and appreciation value when choosing what to purchase. Real properties and jewelry increase in value over time while the value of furniture, appliances, and automobiles depreciate or go down as they get old and worn out.

9. Types of Family Resources 3 . Non-material Resources Time, health, and experience are intangible resources but are also important. Without non-material resources, family members will be unable to perform their duties and responsibilities at home, in school, and at work.

10. Non-material Resources Time Time is very important. This is the resource that cultivates cooperation, fulfil l ment of the prescribed duties, and smart maintenance of homes. This is used to start and finish the work without giving burden to the body or resentment to the person. Health The health of family members is important. When family members are in good health, they can do their duties without delay. Experience The more experience a family member has, the more likely he or she will get hired and be paid a good amount for his or her services. So, job or work experience is an important non-material resource to have. Time /Energy management There are some tasks that require only little time and energy to accomplish. Take these things into consideration when scheduling activities. Household activities should be managed properly to lessen unnecessary labor and help speed up work and reduce stress.

11. Below are some helpful reminders or tips to simplify work at home. • Identify and analyse each activity. Not everything has to be done every day. Plot the activities that can be done daily, weekly, or monthly. The following is an example of how to plan activities so as not to overwork the household and allow for other activities to be included during the day.

12. Daily Weekly Monthly/Need Arises Cooking Marketing Changing curtains Sweeping the floor Buying groceries Doing home repairs Mopping the floor Washing clothes Re-arranging appliances Washing dishes/utensils Ironing clothes   Watering the plants Cleaning the yard   Cleaning the toilet Applying floor wax   Running errands Dusting furniture     Cleaning cabinets     Arranging clothes     Defrosting refrigerator  

13. Skills and interests of family members. Allow members of the family to express their preferred task according to their interests and skills. Rotation of tasks can be implemented on a weekly or bi-monthly basis. Consider the health, age, and abilities of each member. Assign tasks based on the availability of the members. Coordination among all the family members for the improvement of family resources to ensure attainment of all goals.

14. Legends Used: Father - F Second Eldest Sister – SES Mother - M Older Brother – OB Eldest Sister - ES Youngest Brother - YB Example of a Work Schedule ONE WEEK SCHEDULE OF WORK S M T W TH F S 1.Cooking M ES SES OB M ES SES 2. Sweeping the floor OB M ES SES F OB YB 3. Mopping the floor F SES M ES SES YB OB 4. Washing dishes/utensils ES OB F SES YB M OB 5. Dusting furniture and appliances YB ES M F SES OB YB 6.Arranging cabinets and closets ES           SES 7. Applying floor wax SES           YB 8. Watering the plants YB F ES SES YB OB M 9. Ironing clothes M ES F SES OB YB M 10.Washing clothes ES SES M ES OB YB F

15. Importance of Proper Time/Energy Management • Promotes harmony and security. • Allows more time for leisurely activities. • Opens opportunities for constructive activities such as organizing worthwhile projects. • Tasks are completed according to schedule.