Try: Use a wall-mounted mirror with an extension arm use a magnifying mirror with or without illumination to put make up on magnification mirrors are made up to 10x power

Materials: Wall-mounted mirror with an extension arm magnifying mirror with or without illumination

Categories: Maintenance, Medical Physical, So-So Vision, Poor Vision

Information: n/a

References: Adapted from the website www lowvision com useful home adaptations for the blind and visually impaired

Keywords: n/a

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

Try: Use a wall-mounted mirror with an extension arm use a magnifying mirror with or without illumination to put makeup on magnification mirrors are made up to 10x power

Materials: Wall-mounted mirror with an extension arm magnifying mirror with or without illumination

Categories: Maintenance, Medical Physical, So-So Vision, Poor Vision

Information: n/a

References: Adapted from the website www lowvision com useful home adaptations for the blind and visually impaired

Keywords: n/a

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

Try: Even though the cr is unable to prepare an entire meal alone just being involved in meal planning and preparation can be satisfying compile a list of the cr’s favorite foods and meals the cg and cr should both have input in making the list sit down with the cr and make menu plans for the next two weeks incorporate any special dietary needs of the cr make a companion grocery list that would go along with each meal planned try to include at least one item per meal that the cr can actually help prepare this would be his or her special contribution to the meal make adjustments for any activities scheduled around meal times for instance you could plan a crock pot meal on days when doctor’s appointments are scheduled some meals could actually be designed around a central theme such as picnic tail gate chinese italian or hispanic the theme could be expanded to include decorations and attire worn for the meal the anticipation and preparation for the event could be fun for everyone involved

Materials: n/a

Categories: Maintenance, Social

Information: n/a

References: Adapted from the website www dementiacaregiving101 com

Keywords: Meal preparation menu activity

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

Try: Always use a fireplace screen to contain sparks never burn rubbish make sure anything flammable is kept a safe distance away from the fireplace never leave fires unattended especially in areas used by children or pets clean out the ashes when cool and put them in a metal container

Materials: Fireplace screen metal container

Categories: Sage, Topic, Maintenance

Information: n/a

References: Adapted from the seattle fire department fire prevention division 2007 home heating safety a factsheet on safely heating your home available at www seattle gov

Keywords: Fire safety fireplace woodstove home safety fire prevention

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

Try: Keep doors and windows locked use peep holes never open your door automatically notify neighbors and the police when going away on a trip never leave notes on the front door be suspicious of offers from unknown contractors to do home repairs only work with well known businesses

Materials: n/a

Categories: Sage, Topic, Maintenance

Information: n/a

References: Adapted from don simkovich yahoo contributor network 2009 safety tips for senior citizens available at www associatedcontent com

Keywords: Home safety crime prevention

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

Try: Check baseboard heaters often and remove objects that have fallen on top or near the heater keep all furniture a safe distance from the heaters never block the flow of heat never drape electrical cords across heaters 8 always hire an experienced electrician repair baseboard heaters

Materials: n/a

Categories: Sage, Topic, Maintenance

Information: n/a

References: Adapted from the seattle fire department fire prevention division 2007 home heating safety a factsheet on safely heating your home available at www seattle gov

Keywords: Fire safety heaters home safety fire prevention

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

Try: Keep portable heaters three foot away from anything that can burn always place portable heaters on flat surfaces always turn the heater off when you leave the room or go to sleep avoid using household extension cords with portable heaters if you must use an extension cord make sure that it is a heavy-duty cord

Materials: n/a

Categories: Sage, Topic, Maintenance

Information: n/a

References: Adapted from the seattle fire department fire prevention division 2007 home heating safety a factsheet on safely heating your home available at www seattle gov

Keywords: Fire safety heaters home safety fire prevention

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

Try: Find the right car and any aids the cr needs for driving choose a vehicle with automatic transmission power steering and power brakes keep the car in good working condition by visiting a mechanic for scheduled maintenance be sure that windows and headlights are always clean check out local social services department to see if they can recommend special driving aids that can help with physical problems

Materials: n/a

Categories: Maintenance, Medical Physical, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance

Information: n/a

References: Adapted from monika white doug russell joanna saisan and gina kemp 2009 senior driving safety tips warning signs and knowing when to stop available at helpguide com

Keywords: Driving driving safety mobility problems mobility

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

Try: Take it slow and use plenty of room if cars are passing the cr on both the right and left lanes the cr may be driving more slowly than he she used to move into the slow lane so others can pass safely to avoid problems if the vehicle in front of the cr stops suddenly stay back about two car lengths be sure to yield the right of way in intersections older drivers also have a large number of accidents at intersections when making left turns it is best to avoid them altogether by making successive right turns and keeping going around the block or blocks to get to a destination

Materials: n/a

Categories: Sage, Topic, Maintenance

Information: n/a

References: Adapted from monika white doug russell joanna saisan and gina kemp 2009 senior driving safety tips warning signs and knowing when to stop available at helpguide com

Keywords: Driving driving safety

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

Try: Encourage the cr to implement the following suggestions provide support and encouragement as needed focus solely on driving when behind the wheel avoid distractions such as looking around at the scenery instead of the road turning head to talk with a passenger eating or drinking turning the radio dials heating air conditioning controls and so on reaching for something talking on the phone text messaging drive defensively at all times for example do not tailgate others allow plenty of distance from the car in front of you in case that driver slows down or makes a suddent stop if other drivers are tailgating you get out of their way as soon as possible and let them pass pull over if you need to this temporary inconvenience is a lot better than getting rear ended anticipate what can go wrong because it probably will adjust your driving accordingly for example that kid on a bike will probably turn right in front of your car before you can drive by the car that shouldn’t pull out in front of you at an intersection probably will drive the speed limit or slower if driving conditions warrant do not consistently drive under the speed limit for no apparent reason driving too slow can be as dangerous as driving too fast this will create a safety hazard with other inpatient drivers who are prone to take chances when in a hurry you should not drive if you cannot turn your head to see cross traffic or to back up the car do not drink and drive

Materials: n/a

Categories: Maintenance, Medical Physical

Information: n/a

References: Adapted from monika white doug russell joanna saisan and gina kemp 2009 senior driving safety tips warning signs and knowing when to stop available at helpguide com

Keywords: Driving driving safety distracted while driving

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