- Aging in Place
- Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care at Home
- Bathroom, Eating & Drinking Aids
- Emergencies
- Hiring Homecare
- Hiring Home Health Care
- Home Modification
- Home Safety & Fall Prevention
- Hospital Discharge
- Housework, Dressing & Eating Tips
- Injection How-to’s
- Pain Management
- Positioning & Exercises for the Bedridden
- Senior Driving Issues
Bathroom Aids
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 out of the tub or shower. A bath seat (Figure 13) will help you get in and out of the bathtub and allow you to sit in the shower. A combination grab bar and bath seat (Figure 14) is available in many styles to fit all needs and types of bathroom fixtures. A portable showerhead...Read the rest of this article »
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 »
Cooking Tips
Plan meal preparation ahead. Write menus for a week's meals at a time. Shop for staples once a week and fresh produce twice weekly. Assemble all ingredients and utensils before beginning to prepare a dish. Make larger quantities and freeze portions for later use. Plan how to use leftovers. Don't be reluctant to use frozen or convenience foods—you can add your own seasonings. A crockpot will allow you to cook a one-pot meal with minimum preparation time and effort....Read the rest of this article »
