(Tip # 10)
I encourage residents to help with the chores, if it is something they are able and willing to do. This allows them to feel needed, provides an activity that is looked forward to, and can lead to a routine that keeps them in their comfort zone. At the same time, they get some exercise and accomplish a familiar task. Resident Charlyne helps fold clothes as one of her nightly routines. (Her reward is a dish of her favorite vanilla ice cream.) Above, Resident Hein assists her with folding a blanket.
Doing Chores Is Good Therapy
Contributed By: Community Director Aly
I encourage residents to help with the chores, if it is something they are able and willing to do. This allows them to feel needed, provides an activity that is looked forward to, and can lead to a routine that keeps them in their comfort zone. At the same time, they get some exercise and accomplish a familiar task. Resident Charlyne helps fold clothes as one of her nightly routines. (Her reward is a dish of her favorite vanilla ice cream.) Above, Resident Hein assists her with folding a blanket.
Sharing Our Experience
Our caregivers help their residents successfully deal with physical, mental, social and emotional challenges on a regular basis. At the same time, they also strive to help each senior to maintain their personal dignity. Here they share some of their experiences with the hope of aiding family members who are caring for an elderly loved one.
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- Exercise The Mind
- Read The Newspaper, It's Exercise
- Put Socks To Work
- Use Technology To See Family
- Dominoes Deliver Personal Benefits
- Doing Chores Is Good Therapy
(Now appearing at left.) - Jenga With A Purpose
- Dolls Therapy Can Be Calming
- Look For Personal Comfort Zones
- Games Can Be Mind Exercises
- Have A Plan To Hydrate
- Make Communication Easier
- Help Person Prepare For Help
- Listen & Validate What Is True
- Create A Focus That Calms
More Caregiver Tips
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Note: These tips are for information purposes. When faced with health and safety issues, we strongly recommend that you seek the care and guidance of a licensed health professional.
