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Gilbert Guide Videos: Using the Stairs

Get practical advice to help seniors with limited strength, stamina or mobility navigate up and down staircases safely. This video is part of an innovative series that we are proud to re-introduce and was created...Read entire article »

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...Read entire article »

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...Read entire article »

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...Read entire article »

Creating an Alzheimer's Friendly Backyard or Outdoor Area

Creating an Alzheimer's Friendly Backyard or Outdoor Area Backyards can be a relaxing place to stroll or enjoy the sunlight for some Alzheimer’s disease patients; however, you should ensure the area keeps to Alzheimer’s safety guidelines. Individuals in the early stages of...Read entire article »

Creating an Alzheimer's Friendly Bedroom

Creating an Alzheimer's Friendly Bedroom The bedroom should be a place that is calming and comfortable as this will help to reduce any agitation. Additionally, it should be set up with Alzheimer’s safety precautions in mind so as to...Read entire article »

Creating an Alzheimer's Friendly Kitchen

Creating an Alzheimer's Friendly Kitchen The kitchen can be a comforting place for many as it is often a place of pleasant memories and familiar smells and sounds. If an individual with Alzheimer’s disease can no longer prepare meals...Read entire article »

Creating an Alzheimer's Friendly Bathroom

Creating an Alzheimer's Friendly Bathroom Bathing can become difficult as the Alzheimer’s disease progresses. Most people feel quite vulnerable when naked. Additionally, if a bathroom isn’t especially warm or welcoming, then bathing can feel quite clinical. Remember, for people...Read entire article »

Critical Alzheimer’s Safety Precautions for the Home

Creating an Alzheimer's Friendly Bathroom Keeping the home safe and secure for a person with Alzheimer's disease should be a priority. Besides the following recommendations you should also know about fall prevention techniques and how to keep your loved...Read entire article »

Creating an Alzheimer's Friendly Home: A Step-by-Step Guide to Dealing with Alzheimer’s Disease, Safety, & Care

Creating an Alzheimer's Friendly Home: A Step-by-Step Guide to Dealing with Alzheimer’s Disease, Safety, & Care Creating an Alzheimer’s friendly home is similar to child-proofing a home; your best bet is to keep your solutions simple, re-evaluate the situation as needed and make sure that the changes you’ve made to...Read entire article »

Home Safety Solutions

Home Safety Solutions Following are a few safety precautions that will help make your home a safe place. For ideas and tips on assistive devices that can help you with everyday tasks click here. Remove throw rugs. Clear...Read entire article »

Before Hospital Discharge—Evaluating Your Homecare Needs

Home Safety Solutions If you are confined to bed, your hospital team (nurse or discharge planner) will assess your ability to move about and position yourself for maximum comfort and to prevent skin breakdown. They will decide whether...Read entire article »

Bathroom Aids

Home Safety Solutions .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...Read entire article »

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