Create a No-Fall Zone “Use a non-skid mat in the shower with a portable shower chair and a raised toilet seat with arms as needed. Night lights are important to give good visibility when up at night or going to the bathroom. Attach a removable side rail to the bed and consider … [Read more...] about Caregiver Tip: Slip Proof
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Her Best Advice to Other Caregivers
“I remember caring for my mother and father along with balancing my own family and full-time job. I learned not to feel guilty and inadequate when things didn’t go quite the way I would’ve liked. Caregiving can be very stressful. You tend to think about what isn’t going well. I … [Read more...] about Her Best Advice to Other Caregivers
Caregiver Tip: Stay Safe at Home
Five Tips for Staying Safe at HomeRemove all throw rugs. Remove electrical cords and clear all walkways in the home. Use no-slip swim shoes for the shower. Use bright tape on steps to help with depth perception. Install a wireless security camera so that … [Read more...] about Caregiver Tip: Stay Safe at Home
4 Simple Caregiver Solutions
What can you do to ensure that an older person keeps up with her daily grooming habits? Those with dementia often forget to attend to personal hygiene, which includes changing their clothes, says Kayla Cook, owner of Caring Excellence. The sense of smell diminishes with age so … [Read more...] about 4 Simple Caregiver Solutions
A Meal Idea for Someone Who Doesn’t Eat Enough
By Yelena Sapin | Art by Jillian JonesPROBLEM: It’s not unusual for appetites to decrease and mealtime enthusiasm to wane as we get older. In fact, encouraging our aging loved ones to eat enough to maintain their health and well-being is one of the biggest challenges caretakers … [Read more...] about A Meal Idea for Someone Who Doesn’t Eat Enough