Caregiver Solutions

By Rachel Reynolds “There are many products designed to help you care for your loved one.”Side rails that fit between mattresses, anti pressure overlay mattress, bed cloth or disposable barrier pads can help.Hard sole shoes or socks with grippers, elastic waist slacks and shirts … [Read more...] about 4 Simple Caregiver Solutions

By Rachel Reynolds Holiday meals can be both wonderful and hectic. Honoring a loved one’s need for quiet as well as connection is key for success. “Sometimes the chaos of the day is too much for someone with physical or cognitive issues,” says Becky Beanblossom, president of Home … [Read more...] about Making Holiday Meals Enjoyable for Your Loved One

By Carrie VittitoePatients with Alzheimer’s disease often have problems with visual perception, but Amy Sass, a client and employee coordinator with Caring Excellence at Home, has suggestions for minimizing the risk of falls and resulting injuries:- Remove all rugs.- Keep corners … [Read more...] about Six Ideas that Will Make a Home Safer for Someone with Alzheimer’s

By Carrie Vittitoe Grocery shopping for a loved one should first begin with two questions: What do you like to eat, and what are you able to eat? Amy Sass suggests caregivers shop for their loved ones using store gift cards. After grocery items are purchased, both the store gift … [Read more...] about Simplify Grocery Shopping for Your Loved One

By Carrie VittitoeIf a loved one has difficulty getting a solid grip due to arthritis, changing some simple items around the house may help. Lucy Martin, a former caregiver, suggests lever door handles on frequently used doors. She had good luck finding products at Elderstore, an … [Read more...] about Here’s How You Can Open a Jar If You Have Arthritis