Try: #fill the aquarium with water and let it sit for 24 hours install the aquarium pump according to the directions and plug into an electrical outlet place the fish still in its bag on top of the aquarium water for 1 hour #open the bag and let the fish swim into the aquarium water feed the fish according to the directions fiom the pet store place the aquarium in the cr cr’s room #the use of low-intensity continuous rhythmic sounds such as the aquarium pump may promote sounder sleep and reduce nighttime wandering

Materials: Small aquarium aquarium pump fish water in a bag purchased from pet store water fish food

Categories: Leisure, Safety, Some Supervision, Maximum Supervision, Vision, Good Vision, So-So Vision, Hearing, Good Hearing, So-So Hearing, Fully Aware, Somewhat Aware

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Try: Caregiving responsibilities often alter close family relationships in important ways there are hidden costs to caregiving illness or disability can disrupt family patterns and can often result in the loss of sexual and emotional intimacies once previously enjoyed important principles to remember the roles of family caregivers are altered for most of us work and independence are the foundation of our self-esteem for most individuals with chronic illness who are in need of intimate care self-esteem suffers greatly not only does the caregiver take on added roles in the family but they are also confronted with troubling new perspectives on those for whom they provide care at times changes can be profound sexual and emotional intimacy gets lost in many caregiving situations this is not uncommon givers and receivers of care alike need the emotional support that comes from hugging touching holding and kissing everyone suffers when this sort of intimacy is lost a touch can convey compassion not just sexual interest touch can also convey reassurance safety or relaxation among other things the power of touch and intimacy touch establishes connection between partners and eliminates the perception that the recipient of care is untouchable caregivers have a great opportunity to enhance the well-being of their loved ones by being more conscious of the power that they hold in their fingertips  

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Categories: Sexuality Intimacy, Good Touch, So-So Touch

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Try: Caregiving responsibilities often alter close family relationships in important ways there are hidden costs to caregiving and frequently it is measured in emotional exchange illness or disability can disrupt family patterns and can often deprive certain intimacy once previously enjoyed important principles to remember the roles of family caregivers are altered for most of us work and independence are the foundation of our self-esteem for most individuals with chronic illness who are in need of intimate care self-esteem suffers greatly not only does the caregiver take on added roles in the family but they are also confronted with troubling new perspectives on those for whom they provide care at times changes can be profound loss of sexual and emotional intimacy is not uncommon sexual intimacy gets lost in many caregiving situations givers and receivers of care alike need the emotional support that comes from hugging touching holding and kissing everyone suffers when this sort of intimacy is lost a touch can convey compassion not just sexual interest touch can also convey reassurance safety or relaxation among other things the power of touch and intimacy touch establishes connection between partners and eliminates the perception that the recipient of care is untouchable caregivers have a great opportunity to enhance the well-being of their loved ones by being more conscious of the power that they hold in their fingertips  

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Try: Explain to the cr that changes occur when the human body ages this is normal and to be expected sexuality slows down when a person ages but can be more pleasurable because there is more freedom with age in addition there are no more worries about pregnancy and people over 65 actually have more time to enjoy each others company explain to the cr that sex and intimacy are not always needed to have a fulfilling and comfortable relationship with another person however there are some things that can be done to enhance the experience encourage the cr to be creative in establishing and maintaining sexual relationships encourage the cr to fix up the bedroom or some other room for a nice time with a mate this can help set the mood for intimacy and enhance the creativity of the moment encourage the cr to purchase a book of sexual positions to provide creativity and variety if the cr is an aging woman the loss of hormones can result in a loss of sexual desire encourage the female cr to try a lubricating jelly such as k-y to replace the natural balance of fluids discourage the use anything such as body lotions or hand creams due to the chance of developing infection consider consulting with a doctor or pharmacist regarding medications the cr is taking determine is any of the medications are causing a decline in sexual desire most anti-depressants can cause a drop in sexual desire in addition medications can be prescribed to increase sexual desire and potency

Materials: Lubricating jelly a quiet bedroom or some other nice place in the home book on different sexual positions list of medications medication that aids with sexual problems

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References: Adapted from the web4health intenet site www web4health com follow the links for sex and treatment for women with no sex drive

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Try: # interview several candidates in person before hiring # be specific about the tasks that are needed make a list # be specific about what hours the person will be working and the pay # ask the candidates if they are comfortable performing these tasks # ask open-ended questions to get a feel for the person’s experience and competence with these tasks example can you tell me about your experience working with someone who has memory loss # when hiring someone who is not employed by a home health agency make a contract that states the tasks payment procedures and termination procedures # when hiring someone from a home health agency find out what is covered in a contract are there additional fees that apply to specific services or add-ons if needed what are the procedures for termination or requesting another person # check

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Categories: Topic, Caregiver Needs&Support

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References: Carefully # do background checks on top candidates # don’t be afraid to move on if it’s not the right fit information references adapted from helpguide org home care services for seniors

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Try: # position the walker at arm’s length in front of the cr with all four legs level on the floor # use the handles of the walker for balance # place the walker one step ahead of cr and take small steps when turning # keep back upright while pushing the walker forward do not walk behind the walker; step into it instead # with a rolling walker be careful not to push it too far ahead when walking stay close to keep balanced # don’t lean on the walker when getting up or sitting it could tip over # when using a folded walker make sure the walker is locked into the open position # check the security of the handgrip on the walker frequently a handgrip that could slip off or rotate during weight bearing can cause a fall # wear shoes with rubber soles such as tennis shoes slippers should not be worn because they can slide off feet and cause a fall do not wear shoes with leather heels or soles that may slide and cause a fall # check the floor to be sure it is safe the floor must be clean dry and well lit remove throw rugs to prevent falls tape or nail down loose carpet edges keep the traffic areas and the floor free of clutter # stand a few seconds before moving this will get the cr’s body used to standing do not start walking if dizzy # look straight ahead when walking the cr may run into or trip over something if he she is looking at their feet

Materials: # shoes with rubber soles such as tennis shoes # tape or nails

Categories: Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Mobile, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance

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References: Adapted from tips on using walkers and canes safely by judith strom posted on graytimes com on august 31 2009

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Try: # use a quad cane one with four supports if balance is a problem a quad cane provides much greater stability because of its multiple points on the ground and is free standing one disadvantage is that it is heavier # to carry light things while using a cane use a backpack or carry a bag do not try to carry heavy things # nonskid rubber tips on a cane can reduce slipping check tips often and replace them if they look worn use the widest tip but it should fit tightly # an ice-gripping device for the bottom of the cane can be helpful in winter called an ice pick or ice grip these can be flipped down for a better grip on snow or ice for greater balance consider using two canes during winter walks

Materials: # a backpack or bag # nonskid wide rubber tips # an ice-gripping device for the bottom of the cane called an ice pick or ice grip # an extra cane

Categories: Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance

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Try: The cr cr’s pessimism may be due to trouble dealing with the loss of independence and control over situations the cr cr’s pessimism may also be due to the realization that goals that could have been easily accomplished in the past are no longer achievable tell the cr that you also have some of the same challenges talk about some of the things that you no longer have control over and your personal goals that have not been realized sharing this

Materials: Note pad and pen books and or videos

Categories: Topic, Emotional Psychological

Information: Will help establish a personal connection with the cr and build a relationship based on common ground try to replace unrealistic goals with those that are achievable enjoyable and satisying to the cr ask what types of activities the cr is interested in and use to do think of ways these activities can still be done for example if the cr loves gardening but can no longer go outside try a window garden flower arranging reading gardening books and watching gardening videos try to be positive and happy to encourage the cr to be the same way make a game out of listing things that you and the cr are grateful for this will help redirect the cr cr’s perspective from negative to positive information

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