by Debra Simmons | Dec 31, 2019
Assisted Dressing: Make dressing as independent as possible, maybe helping by handing them one piece of clothing at a time. Contact Senior Transitions if you need help caring for your aging parent or grandparent by calling (850) 894-6720.
by Debra Simmons | Dec 17, 2019
Assisting with Teeth Brushing: When helping with teeth brushing, talk them through each of the steps and let them do as much as possible. It is okay to guide their hand if they are open to it. Contact Senior Transitions if you need help caring for your aging parent or grandparent by calling (850) 894-6720.
by Debra Simmons | Dec 12, 2019
When 81-year old Jack had a stroke, he was hospitalized for several days and then discharged to a rehab facility. His two sons scrambled to figure out next steps. Could their father return home as long as he had some help?
by Debra Simmons | Dec 10, 2019
Maintaining Body Heat: You can add a handheld shower sprayer to most shower heads. This makes the process easier and keeps the body warm while rinsing off. Contact Senior Transitions if you need help caring for your aging parent or grandparent by calling (850) 894-6720.
by Debra Simmons | Dec 3, 2019
Providing Clothing Options: When dressing someone with Alzheimer’s, offer them choices such as, “Do you want to wear your black pants or your blue pants today?” Contact Senior Transitions if you need help caring for your aging parent or grandparent by calling (850) 894-6720.