Try: All broths and decaf teas are usually acceptable during a clear liquid diet allow clear decaffeinated sodas to become flat before giving to the cr prepare jello at half-strength by watering it down popsicles ice chips and gatorade are also good choices do not add cream or milk to any of the liquids

Materials: Clear liquids see below

Categories: Maintenance, Medical Physical

Information: n/a

References: n/a

Keywords: Dehydration clear liquids diet

*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed

Try: Place frequently used items within reach and off of high shelves

Materials: n/a

Categories: Sage, Topic, Maintenance, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance, Independence, No Supervision, Some Supervision, Maximum Supervision

Information: n/a

References: the consumer’s guide to home safety for seniors by society of certified senior advisors 2010 available at www csa us

Keywords: Wheelchair reaching kitchen accessibility mobility

*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed

Try: Install ramps outside and inside the home where necessary for wheelchairs even out differences in floor heights from room to room by installing beveled thresholds

Materials: Wheelchair ramps beveled thresholds

Categories: Sage, Topic, Maintenance, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance, Independence, No Supervision, Some Supervision, Maximum Supervision

Information: n/a

References: the consumer’s guide to home safety for seniors by society of certified senior advisors 2010 available at www csa us

Keywords: Wheelchair access ramps mobility flooring doorways

*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed

Try: Check that footwear worn in the home has non-skid soles and is in good condition

Materials: Non-skid soled shoes

Categories: Sage, Topic, Maintenance, Medical Physical, Mobility, Mobile, Needs Some Assistance, Independence, No Supervision, Some Supervision

Information: n/a

References: the consumer’s guide to home safety for seniors by society of certified senior advisors 2010 available at www csa us

Keywords: Falls footwear balance shoes mobility safety

*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed

Try: Wear anti-glare glasses when driving especially at night

Materials: Anti-glare glasses

Categories: Sage, Topic, Maintenance, Medical Physical, Vision, Good Vision, So-So Vision, Poor Vision

Information: n/a

References: tips to prevent eye strain by chris adams available at www ergonomics about com

Keywords: Vision eyes eye muscles eyes hurt driving

*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed

Try: Give eyes a few second rest check the speedometer every so often

Materials: n/a

Categories: Sage, Topic, Maintenance, Medical Physical, Vision, Good Vision, So-So Vision, Poor Vision

Information: n/a

References: tips to prevent eye strain by chris adams available at www ergonomics about com

Keywords: Vision eyes eye muscles eyes hurt driving

*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed

Try: Check into community services that offer meal preparation and delivery services to seniors like meals on wheels grocery meal delivery

Materials: n/a

Categories: Sage, Topic, Maintenance, Medical Physical, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance, Immobile, Independence, Some Supervision, Maximum Supervision, Vision, Poor Vision, Cognitive Awareness, Somewhat Aware, Unaware

Information: n/a

References: guide to senior health and wellness by home watch care givers available at www homewatchcaregivers com

Keywords: Fixing meals eating lunch dinner food

*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed

Try: Consider hiring a care giver cg to help cr fix lunch and dinner ask cg services agencies if they offer meal prep and delivery services if cr does not need or want a cg stauing with them in the home if cg is hired suggest that cg take cr out to eat on occasion

Materials: n/a

Categories: Sage, Topic, Maintenance, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance, Immobile, Independence, Some Supervision, Maximum Supervision, Vision, Poor Vision, Cognitive Awareness, Somewhat Aware, Unaware

Information: n/a

References: guide to senior health and wellness by home watch care givers available at www homewatchcaregivers com

Keywords: Fixing meals eating lunch dinner food

*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed

Try: Install solid colored carpet and use furniture with limited patterns colors with a lot of contrast are easier to see; if the bed pillow is white for example use blue sheets replace glassware with plasticware don’t forget the drinking cup in the bathroom

Materials: Solid colored carpet furniture with limited patterns sheets and pillow cases each different color plastic dishware plastic bathroom accessories toothbrush holder cup etc

Categories: Sage, Topic, Maintenance, Medical Physical, Personal, Independence, No Supervision, Vision, So-So Vision, Poor Vision

Information: n/a

References: guide to living with dementia by home watch care givers available at www homewatchcaregivers com

Keywords: Home safety visually impaired low vision blind

*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed

Try: If possible have your loved one’s bedroom located on the first floor be aware of balconies and windows-changes in depth perception and poor judgment can result in falls consider using some sort of remote care monitoring technology to alert care giver cg if cr opens a door window or enters an area cg feels should be supervised

Materials: Remote care monitoring system

Categories: Sage, Topic, Maintenance, Medical Physical, Independence, No Supervision, Some Supervision, Vision, So-So Vision, Poor Vision

Information: n/a

References: guide to living with dementia by home watch care givers available at www homewatchcaregivers com

Keywords: Depth perception home safety visually impaired low vision blind

*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed