Try: Communicate with your partner communication brings you and the cr close together discuss the changes the cr is going through and what the caregiver (cg) can do to accommodate the cr during sex try a different position that might make sex easier for the cr try other sexual activities such as massage or cuddling ask the cr what other activities he she is interested in doing ask the cr what he she needs and discuss ways that the cg can accommodate those needs talk about sex it can also be arousing

Materials: n/a

Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Sexuality Intimacy

Information: n/a

References: Adapted from intimacy and aging tips for sexual health and happiness available at mayoclinic com

Keywords: Sex intimacy low interest in sex better sex life no sex life

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

Try: Check with local social services department about car adaptations install equipment to make it easier to steer the car and to operate the foot pedals

Materials: n/a

Categories: Medical Physical, Personal, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance, Immobile, Some Supervision, Maximum Supervision, Fully Aware, Somewhat Aware

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 car adaptations mobility impairment driving safety

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

Try: Air out the feet regularly by removing shoes and socks when they are not needed

Materials: n/a

Categories: Medical Physical

Information: n/a

References: Adapted from kathryn vercillo 2011 20 tips for how to get rid of foot odor available at

Keywords: Foot odor foot feet body odor personal care

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

Try: If the cr wears socks and shoes all throughout the day and can’t be airing his or her feet out regularly then it may be smart to invest in moisture-control socks

Materials: Moisture control socks

Categories: Medical Physical

Information: n/a

References: Adapted from kathryn vercillo 2011 20 tips for how to get rid of foot odor available at

Keywords: Foot odor foot feet body odor personal care

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

Try: Instead of waiting for power to go back on install an on-demand generator to operate the entire house

Materials: On-demand generator

Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Much Assistance, Immobile, Independence, Maximum Supervision, Vision, Poor Vision, Verbal Communication, So-So Verbal Comm, Poor Verbal Comm, Cognitive Awareness, Unaware

Information: n/a

References: Adapted from tonia boterf 2011 35 adaptations and accommodations for aging parents ezinearticles com

Keywords: n/a

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

Try: Body produces less melatonin needed for good sleep as we age the cr may want to try a melatonin supplement

Materials: Melatonin supplement

Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical

Information: n/a

References: Adapted from tonia boterf 2011 35 adaptations and accommodations for aging parents ezinearticles com

Keywords: n/a

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

Try: Use drawers for all lower cabinets so that it is easier to see items easy to use without bending or if using walker or wheelchair

Materials: n/a

Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Mobile, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance

Information: n/a

References: Adapted from tonia boterf 2011 35 adaptations and accommodations for aging parents ezinearticles com

Keywords: n/a

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

Try: Try to find healthier foods try mrs dash variety seasonings on foods etc

Materials: Mrs dash variety food speasonings

Categories: Medical Physical, So-So Taste, Poor Taste

Information: n/a

References: Adapted from tonia boterf 2011 35 adaptations and accommodations for aging parents ezinearticles com

Keywords: n/a

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

Try: Put smoke detectors throughout house change battery yearly on a holiday to make it easier to remember when battery needs changed

Materials: Smoke detector for each room

Categories: Medical Physical, So-So Smelling, Poor Smelling

Information: n/a

References: Reference adapted from tonia boterf 2011 35 adaptations and accommodations for aging parents ezinearticles com

Keywords: n/a

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

Try: Have a shoe store measure the cr’s foot to ensure proper fit and comfort

Materials: n/a

Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical

Information: n/a

References: Adapted from tonia boterf 2011 35 adaptations and accommodations for aging parents ezinearticles com

Keywords: n/a

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