Try: # if the behavior happens regularly write down what happens just before the behavior to see if there is something that triggers it # try to avoid triggers # distract the cr from the behavior with a favorite game puzzle or music or with a snack # give the cr a simple task such […]
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The care recipient’s cr speech is hard to understand doesn’t make sense or cr rambles
Try: # look at cr’s facial expression and eye movement to help determine what the cr may be trying to say # listen for the tone of the speech to determine if the cr is agitated uncomfortable or in pain and in need of help # if the cr is able ask cr to show […]
Care recipient (cr) who is blind and can read braille needs help organizing home
Try: Keep paths to rooms free of clutter avoid rearranging or moving things such as tv remote or furniture if things are moved make sure they are put back in their usual place put braille markers on microwave and stove knobs use the internet to search and buy a braille labeler and label supplies use […]
Care recipient (cr) is visually impaired and needs help organizing home
Try: Keep hallways free of clutter avoid moving things in the house keep outside walkways free of twigs leaves snow and ice type out in 18 point font cr’s friends family doctor vet and emergency phone numbers and place list by each phone type cr’s medication instructions in large print put medications in large print […]
You get frustrated with the amount of time it takes the Care recipient (cr) to complete routine everyday tasks that can still be managed independently without assistance
Try: Try not to intervene and do the particular task for the cr even if it means taking longer the cr needs to hang onto whatever independence he or she does have once you start doing the tasks the cr will continue to let you take over this will increase the cr cr’s dependence on […]
The Care recipient (cr) is still mobile and able to go on outings however the caregiver is running out of ideas for interesting field trips
Try: Outings to antique stores or museums may provide a perfect opportunity for the cr to shine with his or her knowledge the field trip would provide an opportunity for the cr to visit the past and share his or her knowledge about a particular kitchen utensil or piece of farm equipment with you and […]
The home is not safe for the Care recipient (cr) you want to know what steps can be taken to remove the hazards
Try: Remove all breakable and valuable objects from tabletops that can be easily knocked over remove stacks of magazines or newspapers from the floor so they cannot be tripped over lock up all poisonous chemicals and cleaning solutions put washable wall to wall carpet in the bathroom to minimize falls from water on the floor […]
Both caregiver (cg) and Care recipient (cr) get frustrated trying to accomplish activities of daily living adl materials
Try: Cg needs to literally put themselves in the position of the cr buy some strong magnifying reading glasses at the local dollar store and wear them while trying to accomplish simple activities or judge when the cr can visually see the cg enter their line of vision these glasses will make everything blurry and […]
Family members need to make caregiving decisions concerning a relative who can no longer live on their own
Try: Hold a family meeting if some of the family members live away have a conference call have a list of the issues that need to be addressed regarding care listen to everyone’s individual feelings on the matters and work together to find a workable solution to start care keep in mind that each situation […]
Care recipient (cr) has difficulty going to sleep and staying asleep
Try: Maintain a regular bedtime and lead up to bedtime with a regular routine such as bathing brushing teeth favorite snack etc caregiver (cg) should yawn stretch and mention how sleepy they are cg should act as if the cr is doing them a favor by going to bed so they cg can get some […]