Try: Ask cr these questions about insomnia to help you identify the problem have you been feeling sad or despondent when did you start to have trouble sleeping what time do you go to sleep each night how many times each night do you have to get out of bed to go to the toilet […]
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Care recipient (cr) seems restless and paces around the house all the time
Try: Look for a trigger does pacing happen at a certain time of day if it happens in late afternoon it may be the result of boredom does it occur when certain people are around or certain events such as bath time are underway that may flag anxiety consider going for walks together playing music […]
Care recipient (cr) is easily upset or angered
Try: Resist the natural impulse to feel defensive or yell back you’ll wind up in a downward spiral calmly tell cr that you can see he she is upset about something name it if you know and ask what it is and how you can help i can tell you’re upset that the doctor didn’t […]
Care recipient (cr) argues and seems to like getting a rise out of others
Try: Realize that cr knows better than most how to push your buttons this can only be annoying to the extent that you let it get to you remind yourself that this is just cr cr’s coping mode; you can’t always change it but you don’t have to take it personally tell yourself here we […]
Care recipient (cr) keeps a lot of junk around the house that doesn’t seem to be needed or have value or be useful
Try: Focus on safety clear pathways of paper or boxes to prevent falls make sure countertops are clear enough so that essentials such as medications or the telephone can be found remove fire hazards surreptitiously clear refuse when cr can’t see you getting rid of what seems like junk to you can be traumatic for […]
Care recipient (cr) refuses to eat certain foods or isn’t very interested in eating
Try: Focus on what cr likes to eat rather than your idea of perfect nutrition changing taste buds may make foods seem particularly bland unless there are strong medical reasons for a specific diet once someone reaches a certain age and is losing weight it it’s usually more important that he or she eats for […]
Care recipient (cr) doesn’t want to do anything and seems to lack motivation
Try: Make sure cr has plenty of opportunities for social outings it it’s easy to become a shut-in — and therefore appear apathetic — when cr lacks transportation or when friends no longer call because they’ve moved died or are also suffering from health problems also be aware that some older adults lose interest in […]
Care recipient (cr) repeatedly asks when lunch is
Try: You can make a card and place it near cr lunch is at 12 30 write down something that acts as a cue some assisted living communities place a sign by the mail area that says the mail will arrive at 3 p m if cr cr’s making repetitive phone calls consider putting a […]
Care recipient (cr) refuses to take a bath shower
Try: Start by asking in a friendly nonaccusatory way why not that will give you insights into how you can help fear of falling down water too hot or cold make sure the bathing process is comfortable in a warm safety-proofed bathroom that includes a shower chair and grip rails provide as much modesty and […]
Care recipient (cr) forgets to take a bath or shower
Try: Stick to a consistent bathing routine make it the same time cr has always bathed first thing in the morning right before bed avoid reminding or even mentioning how long it it’s been since the last cleanup instead of arguing proceed with bath preparations skip asking did you shower or would you like to […]