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 […]
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Care recipient (cr) repeats the same story or asks the same question over and over and caregiver (cg) gets frustrated and is afraid of losing their temper
Try: Try to remember that everytime the cr asks the question it is new to them so try to let it be new to you also keep in mind that their pleasure in telling the story over and over exceeds your displeasure at hearing it don’t try to explain the answer to the cr’s repeated […]
Care recipient (cr) is afraid of showering and very reluctant to shower
Try: Try to discuss the fears with the cr if possible and discover the underlying reason for the fear there may be a fear of water that’s too hot because cr may have been accidentally scalded at one time the cr may be afraid of falling make sure there are non-skid surfaces on the tub […]
Caregiver is preparing to move his or her parent into the home
Try: You need to be very firm about remaining the head of the household and should not slip into the role of a child under the thumb of your parent you and your family should be given your own privacy at certain times and occasions and the same consideration should be given to your parent […]
caregiver (cg) needs advice for dealing with challenging behaviors of Care recipient (cr)
Try: Challenging behaviors can be triggered or set off by any number of circumstances for example a hearing impaired cr may misunderstand your question or request and give the wrong response if your body language or facial expression shows dissatisfaction because the request was misunderstood the cr may become defensive and angry you should ask […]
Care recipient (cr) doesn’t enjoy dining out anymore even though it used to be a favorite pastime
Try: Check out the restaurant before taking the cr there for a meal check out the parking and restroom facilities make sure the entrance doesn’t have too many steps or is handicapped accessible if cr has a mobility problem it could be that the noise level and confusion at some restaurants is upsetting to the […]
Care recipient (cr) is still able to live independently but has difficulty getting up and admitting visitors when the doorbell rings
Try: If the cr has limited strength in the hands and has trouble getting a grip on the doorknob and turning it wrap several rubber bands around the widest part of the doorknob this will make the doorknob less slippery and easier to turn if the cr can see who is walking up the driveway […]
Ways for caregiver (cg) who lives some distance from Care recipient (cr) to relate and be involved in caregiving
Try: Make a weekly scheduled phone call so the cr has something to look forward to and can be planning what events and activities that they want to share with you when you call send cards for no other reason than to make the cr’s day and show you care and are thinking about them […]
Caregiver who lives a long distance from the Care recipient (cr) is looking for ways to help out
Try: Make regular phone calls to the cr at a set time for example every morning after breakfast every sunday evening and so on this may provide the cr with something to look forward to provide an opportunity to plan events and activities that can be shared when you call send cards for no other […]
Current caregiver (cg) is transitioning to a new cg
Try: Provide the new cg with the following Materials: n/a Categories: Caregiver Needs&Support Information: About the Care recipient (cr) to ease the transition a list of the cr’s likes and dislikes in as many areas as you can think of for example does the cr have a favorite chair favorite outfit favorite television or radio […]