Try: #always face the cr and speak clearly remind the cr who you are what day it is and the time of day do this naturally and frequently throughout the day as needed #place a clock with a large clear dial and a large plain calendar in a location where they can be easily seen […]
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Arrange a care recipient’s cr’s home to reduce the risk of falling
Try: #remove clutter from stairs and paths used through the home #put books on shelves and papers in trays baskets off the floor or files #keep curtain cords curtains bed skirts afghans and other draperies from touching the floor #don’t use extension cords for games lights or appliances arrange furniture so that outlets are accessible […]
An uncomfortably dry mouth can be a side effect of some medications
Try: #saliva substitute mouth moisturizer and alcohol-free mouth rinse can be found over-the-counter in most pharmacies #use the mouth rinse twice daily for about 30 seconds following routine morning and evening brushing and flossing do not use mouth rinse products that contain alcohol as alcohol will dry the mouth even more #mouth moisturizers and saliva […]
Dry mouth can be improved or made worse with some habits or products
Try: #minimize dry mouth by sipping from water bottles keep several bottles filled and chilled and always have one in easy reach #keep a supply of sugar-free gum and sugar-free hard candy available to stimulate production of saliva #use saliva substitutes and dry-mouth products many are available over-the-counter in pharmacies #brush and floss teeth twice […]
A Care recipient (cr) in the early stages of dementia may be fearful of forgetting family stories and history
Try: #a cr’s stories are important to the cr and the larger family and the loss of ability to tell them may bother the family as much or more than than the cr #the cr and caregiver can share conversation aimed at bringing out stories a voice-activated recorder or a regular recorder can capture their […]
A Care recipient (cr) living alone in the early stages of dementia is forgetting simple things
Try: #connect the cr to a consistent caregiver who can check in on the cr on a daily or weekly basis as needed #if the caregiver is a family member or friend connect the caregiver and the cr to social services that the cr is eligible for these services may cover gaps in care the […]
Limited strength one-handedness and other conditions may make it hard to cut food with a regular knife
Try: n/a Materials: Rocker knife Categories: Personal, Mobility, Mobile, Independence, No Supervision Information: #a rocker knife is designed for easy one-handed use they can be ordered through independent living catalogs and some medical supply catalogs and stores if finding any of these is difficult contact a reference librarian at your local library or a physical […]
It can be useful to have pants that open from the sides rather than the front as this can allow neater personal cleaning and easier changing of adult disposable underwear
Try: #sport pants can be used as a model to alter regular pants use regular pants that are one or two sizes larger than what are normally worn as fabric will be taken in making seams #make a neat slit down the side of a regular pair of pants from hem to waistband #turn the […]
Loss of sensation or judgment may make it easy for care recipients crs to burn themselves on hot drinks
Try: #securely tape one of the disposable paper forehead thermometers around the outside of the cup or mug before filling #fill the mug with a hot beverage #allow the filled cup to sit for one minute to give the thermometer time to register the heat of the cup #read the temperature on the disposable thermometer […]
Drooling can be a permanent or temporary side effect of a number of medical conditions and disabilities
Try: #if drooling is a new and noticeable change in behavior in a Care recipient (cr) contact the cr cr’s primary care doctor prepare for the discussion by making a list of the cr cr’s current medications making note of any changes in the drugs or dosages prescribed also make a list of events or […]