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Gilbert Guide Videos: Bathroom Aids

For individuals who are older or undergoing rehabilitation using a bathroom can be quite taxing. Make it easier by learning ten easy ways to make a bathroom friendly with some minor modifications for seniors with limited strength, stamina or mobility.This video is part of an innovative series that we are proud to re-introduce and was created by a leader in the field of supportive homecare, Dr. Ernest Rosenbaum. Disclaimer: Gilbert Guide, Mount Zion Hospital & Medical Center, Marshall Hale Memorial...Read the rest of this article »

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Gilbert Guide Videos: Kitchen Aids

For individuals who are older or undergoing rehabilitation using a kitchen or meal preparation can be difficult. Get nine essential tips to make the kitchen friendly for seniors with limited strength, stamina or mobility.This video is part of an innovative series that we are proud to re-introduce and was created by a leader in the field of supportive homecare, Dr. Ernest Rosenbaum. Disclaimer: Gilbert Guide, Mount Zion Hospital & Medical Center, Marshall Hale Memorial Hospital and The San Francisco Regional...Read the rest of this article »

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Gilbert Guide Videos: Bedroom Aids

For individuals who are older or undergoing rehabilitation maneuvering around their bedroom can be difficult. Make it easier by learning five essential tips to make a bedroom friendly for seniors with limited strength, stamina or mobility. This video is part of an innovative series that we are proud to re-introduce and was created by a leader in the field of supportive homecare, Dr. Ernest Rosenbaum. Disclaimer: Gilbert Guide, Mount Zion Hospital & Medical Center, Marshall Hale Memorial Hospital and The...Read the rest of this article »

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Bathroom Aids

.ggtv { padding:0; margin:0; } Help seniors whose mobility, strength or stamina is limited with ten helpful tips for using and maneuvering within the bathroom. This video is part of an innovative series that we are proud to re-introduce and was created by a leader in the field of supportive homecare, Dr. Ernest Rosenbaum. Bathing Aids Grab bars (Figure 12) can be fastened to the bathtub or attached to the wall for safety and ease in getting in and...Read the rest of this article »

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Eating and Drinking Aids

Special cups with lids will help you avoid spilling liquids. The Tommee Tippee cup (Figure 1) is useful if you have difficulty in swallowing or poor coordination. The Wonder-Flow vacuum cup (Figure 2) allows you to drink while lying flat on your back or on your side. These cups can be used with straws. Use extra-long (18") straws if you tire while trying to hold a cup. You can also improvise with styrofoam cups and lids like those used in...Read the rest of this article »

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