Try: Try to make the following suggestions to the cr concerning his computer password suggest mixing capitals with lowercase letters as well as symbols and numbers in the middle of the password avoid using extremely simple passwords names of children pets or sports team these can be guessed by people who have minimal Materials: n/a […]
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Care recipient (cr) is possibly interested in online banking
Try: More and more banks and financial institutions are transitioning services to their website this can be beneficial for seniors it is typically easier to track finances and online banking requires fewer trips to the bank however some seniors are hesitant to transition towards online banking have an honest conversation with the cr explain the […]
The Care recipient (cr) lives alone and is worried about someone breaking into his her home
Try: Keep doors and windows locked use peep holes never open your door automatically notify neighbors and the police when going away on a trip never leave notes on the front door be suspicious of offers from unknown contractors to do home repairs only work with well known businesses Materials: n/a Categories: Sage, Topic, Maintenance […]
The Care recipient (cr) has baseboard heating and is concerned about potential fires
Try: Check baseboard heaters often and remove objects that have fallen on top or near the heater keep all furniture a safe distance from the heaters never block the flow of heat never drape electrical cords across heaters 8 always hire an experienced electrician repair baseboard heaters Materials: n/a Categories: Sage, Topic, Maintenance Information: n/a […]
The Care recipient (cr) often uses portable heaters in the winter and is concerned about causing a house fire
Try: Keep portable heaters three foot away from anything that can burn always place portable heaters on flat surfaces always turn the heater off when you leave the room or go to sleep avoid using household extension cords with portable heaters if you must use an extension cord make sure that it is a heavy-duty […]
Care recipient (cr) isn’t as interested in having sexual intercourse as he or she used to be
Try: Expand the definition of sex touch can be a good alternative to intercourse try holding each other giving each other a sensual massage masturbating or giving and receiving oral sex Materials: n/a Categories: Medical Physical, Sexuality Intimacy Information: n/a References: Adapted from intimacy and aging tips for sexual health and happiness available at mayoclinic […]
The Care recipient (cr) isn’t as interested in having sex as he she used to be
Try: Communicate with your partner communication brings you and the cr close together discuss the changes the cr is going through and what the caregiver (cg) can do to accommodate the cr during sex try a different position that might make sex easier for the cr try other sexual activities such as massage or cuddling […]
The Care recipient (cr) and his her partner have no sex life
Try: Try changing the time of day when the cr and his her have sex to a time when they have the most energy try the morning when the cr and his her partner are refreshed from a good night night’s sleep rather than at the end of a long day take more time to […]
Care recipient (cr) wants to have sex but doesn’t know how to communicate this with his or her partner
Try: Try using humor gentle teasing and even tickling to lighten the mood Materials: n/a Categories: Communication, Sexuality Intimacy, Fully Aware, Somewhat Aware Information: n/a References: Adapted from jocelyn block melinda smith and jeanne segal 2010 better senior sex tips for enjoying a healthy sex life as you age available at helpguide org Keywords: Sex […]
The Care recipient (cr) often says that he she is not in the mood to have sex
Try: Watch an erotic movie with the cr and talk about what scenes got your attention talk to the cr about your fantasies verbally or write them down in a letter to the cr Materials: Erotic movie pen and paper Categories: Sage, Topic, Communication, Emotional Psychological, Sexuality Intimacy Information: n/a References: Adapted from sex and […]