Try: #speak to the pharmacist about the cr cr’s need for large-print materials including labels and instructions for all medications #keep a master lister of all current medications on hand for the cr as prescriptions arrive encourage the cr to check the labels on the bottles against the list and to ask questions about any […]
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Care recipient (cr) has trouble falling asleep or staying asleep
Try: #consult a doctor if the cr has ongoing trouble falling asleep or staying asleep at night or if lack of sleep or poor quality of sleep are affecting feelings or behaviors #sleep may be affected by medical mental health conditions medication stress caffeine intake or pain look for changes in these areas that may […]
Care recipient (cr) is sometimes unable to find his or her room due to changes in memory and awareness
Try: #tape a card or print of a favorite picture to the cr cr’s bedroom door #remind the cr to look for the door with the favorite picture on it when the cr asks for help locating the bedroom give the cr a few minutes to look before stepping in to assist Materials: Reproduction of […]
Care recipient (cr) with joint pain finds gripping eating and writing utensils uncomfortable
Try: #purchase small sponge-style hair curlers at any drug store #remove the tubular sponges from their plastic frames #slip the sponges over pens pencils or the handles of knives forks and spoons #the sponges will provide comfortable padding for stiff-jointed fingers they can be rinsed by hand in warm soapy water as necessary and air-dried […]
Care recipient (cr) cannot sit close to dining table because wheelchair arms don’t fit under table
Try: Board c-clamp for use with pastry board try #if the wheelchair is a power chair ask the service provider for a folding arm for the joystick side often because that arm is longer it is the one that prevents close approach to tables #if the cr lives alone raise the table so the wheelchair […]
Care recipient (cr) has trouble understanding how to properly use a wheeled walker
Try: #buy a gait belt at a medical supply store a gait belt is a strong webbed belt that adjusts over the cr cr’s clothes and that the caregiver holds onto to provide stabilization and support to the cr during transfers and movement #fit the gait belt around the cr cr’s waist while the cr […]
Care recipient (cr) has trouble fastening buttons and typing shoes
Try: Buttonhooks are tools that drag buttons through holes when fingers can’t they can be found in independent living supply catalogs medical supply stores and some drug stores use them to fasten buttons on shirts skirts or pants elastic shoelaces are sold in many drug stores and independent living supply catalogs they are threaded like […]
Care recipient (cr) with vision loss frequently misdials while trying to place calls due to difficulty reading phone numbers and key pad numbers materials broad-tipped pen poster board telephone with large number pad phone plan with no-cost information call service
Try: #check with phone service providers about plans for people who are blind or vision-impaired and see if the cr qualifies for a service plan that includes free Materials: Transfer board electric hospital bed wheelchair with removable arms and footrests gait belts Categories: Maintenance, Independence, Some Supervision, Vision, Poor Vision, Cognitive Awareness, Somewhat Aware Information: […]
Visually impaired Care recipient (cr) wants to sign checks but cannot see signature line making a template for the cr to use as a guide may allow the cr to locate the signature line checks
Try: #use a ruler to measure the length and width of a blank check and draw these dimensions on the cardboard with a pencil to create a rectangle the same size as a check #measure the length and width of the signature line with a ruler and draw it onto the piece of cardboard with […]
Care recipient (cr) gets agitated and frustrated trying to complete a daily routine of dressing or bathing materials
Try: caregiver (cg) should narrate each aspect of the daily routine that is coming up and give step-by-step directions on performing each task the narration should be as simple as i’m going over to the closet now and getting your clothes for the day this will give the cr time to anticipate the next move […]