Try: Increase safety while bathing by using a tub or shower transfer bench scoot in along the bench and brings one leg at a time over the side of the tub once in stay seated except to stand and clean private areas use safely-mounted grab bars for balance when sitting or standing prevent slipping with […]
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Care recipient (cr) has difficulty getting into a car
Try: Park far enough away from the curb that the cr is able to enter the car from level ground adjust the seat and seat back to allow plenty of entry room and leg room the cr should back into the seat so that his or her buttocks are leading the way the cr can […]
Trouble balancing may result in difficulty or falls while dressing
Try: Use a chair or bed that allows a seated care recipient’s cr’s feet to easily touch the floor and try this put on undershirt or bra put on shirt and tie or blouse lower underwear and pants or skirt to the floor slip feet through openings and pull clothes up to knees or thighs […]
Balance problems may cause walking trouble and fear of walking
Try: For better balance while walking keep feet apart to widen the base of support and improve stability walk slowly to control the length of each step take even steps and avoid taking long strides a walking partner can observe changes in walking style and can offer reminders to use the new form when the […]
Balance problems may make it difficult to work in the kitchen
Try: #identify kitchen supplies and foods used regularly to prepare meals and clean up #put those items in waist-high places in the kitchen #keep often-used appliances on countertops and the easiest-to-reach shelves or drawers #keep items used at the same time close together #to decrease risky use of the regular oven mount a toaster oven […]
Care recipient (cr) has difficulty dressing due to poor balance and movement
Try: Place walker or cane nearby so it can be used for balance when the cr stands ask the cr to sit at the edge of the bed or chair a firmer bed or chair is better than soft lay out the clothes next to the cr encourage the cr to wear loose fitting clothes […]
Walking and standing with balance problems may be made safer and easier with assistive devices and helpers
Try: Discuss walker or cane options thoroughly with a doctor specializing in senior health or a physical therapist a gerontologist can prescribe an assistive device based on a physical therapist’s evaluation discuss the proper height width or style with a physical therapist before making a purchase adjust a prescribed walker or cane’s height to meet […]
Walking and standing with balance problems may be made safer and easier with assisting devices and helpers
Try: Adjust a prescribed walker or cane’s height meet to the care recipient’s cr needs assist by using the gait belt while the cr uses the wheeled walker try a straight cane for a cr with mild balance problems get training from physical therapist on how to use a gate belt safely before using one […]
Care recipient (cr) with dementia is pacing
Try: The cr may need to be more active if pacing is a problem provide a safe place for the cr to walk inside the house or a secure yard install a door alarm to alert family or caregivers if the cr is attempting to leave an id bracelet can provide important Materials: Id bracelet […]
Care recipient (cr) has difficulty sitting up in bed
Try: A detachable handle that attaches stably between the mattress and box springs or a standard bed rail can be attached to bed to allow the cr to pull him- herself onto his or her side an inexpensive option is to secure an upright chair to the bedframe to use as a makeshift handle be […]