Shoe Choices: All shoes should be easy to slip on and fasten. Consider using velcro closures or slippers with heel support. Avoid heels or any narrow shoe bottoms for stability. Contact Senior Transitions if you need help caring for your aging parent or grandparent by calling (850) 894-6720.
Assisting with Mouth Care: Daily mouth care is essential for good levels of nutrition. To encourage this, give step-by-step instructions and offer to help at each step. Contact Senior Transitions if you need help caring for your aging parent or grandparent by calling (850) 894-6720.
Redirecting Repetitive Questions: If they ask the same questions over and over again, help them find the answers with notes, clocks, calendars or photographs instead of repeating your direct answers. Contact Senior Transitions if you need help caring for your aging parent or grandparent by calling (850) 894-6720.
Peggy made a promise to her mother she would never put her in a nursing home. That was before her mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and care around the clock became necessary. Learn how Senior Transitions helped Peggy make the best decision for her family.
Addressing Aggressive Behavior: If your loved one is showing aggressive behavior, it’s important to stay calm and try to figure out what is causing the episode. If you can’t, stay an arm’s length away and try again later. Contact Senior Transitions if you need help caring for your aging parent or grandparent by calling (850) 894-6720.
