One of the things that seniors living alone often struggle with is hygiene. As seniors get older they may find that showering, brushing their teeth, and other hygiene tasks are getting very difficult. Personal care at home can help seniors by providing compassionate assistance with hygiene tasks.
Your senior mom or dad may be embarrassed to admit that they need help with things like showering, but there’s no reason to be embarrassed. Personal care at home helps seniors remain healthy and confident when they live alone.
Personal care at home can also help seniors stay safe at home. Often when seniors fall at home they fall when they are showering or trying to get in or out of bed safely. With personal care at home your mom or dad will have the support they need to be safe at home.
Some helpful hygiene tips for seniors suggested by care providers that specialize in personal care at home are:
Establish a Routine
Stick to a regular daily hygiene routine, including bathing, brushing teeth, and grooming. Consistency helps maintain cleanliness and health. Seniors thrive when they have a daily routine that gives them a sense of purpose and order. Getting up at the same time each day, showering at the same time each day, and getting dressed at the same time each day give seniors the sense of order they need.
Use Bathing Aids
There are a lot of easy home safety upgrades that will make it safer for seniors to perform hygiene tasks. Adaptive items like grab bars, shower chairs, and handheld showerheads to make bathing safer and easier. Non-slip mats in the bathroom can also prevent falls. Personal care at home providers can offer mobility assistance into and out of the bath, as well as help with the bathing process.
Use Heavy Duty Moisturizing Creams
Aging skin can become dry and prone to irritation. Regular lotions and creams aren’t hydrating enough to penetrate and protect aging skin. Seniors should use heavy duty moisturizing creams designed to work on aging skin. Products like petroleum jelly and special foot creams can also help seniors protect their skin.
Oral Hygiene Is Important
Seniors still need to pay attention to their oral health, even if they wear dentures. Seniors who have natural teeth should brush at least twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste. Seniors who wear dentures need to clean their dentures thoroughly to prevent bacterial infections in their gums.
Regular Hand Washing Can Stop A Lot Of Problems
Seniors should be washing their hands often with soap. Washing hands is still the best way for seniors to prevent illness. And it can prevent skin rashes, skin infections, and other conditions.
Wear Clean Clothes And Use Clean Linens
Seniors should always change their clothes at least once a day and wear only clean clothes. Also, bed linens should be changed weekly to maintain cleanliness and reduce the risk of skin infections.
Foot Care
Seniors should keep feet clean and dry to prevent fungal infections. Inspect feet regularly for cuts, blisters, or signs of infection, especially if diabetic. Wear properly fitting shoes and socks.
Use Personal Hygiene Products
Use adaptive personal hygiene products like long-lasting whole body deodorants, pre-moistened wipes, and incontinence products if needed. These can help manage personal hygiene effectively and comfortably.
If you or an aging loved one are considering personal care at home in Carrollton, TX, please contact the caring staff at Ray of Sunshine Senior Care today! (940) 310-3105
Ray of Sunshine Senior Care Provides Senior Home Care Services in Denton, Lewisville, Gainesville, Keller, Grapevine, Coppell, Carrollton, Southlake, Valley View, Aubrey, Frisco, Corinth, Argyle, Roanoke, Counties: Denton County, Tarrant County, Collin County, and surrounding areas.
At the same time, she and her husband were faced with the care of his father on the west coast which presented the unique challenges of long-distance care. These events led to a crash course in the senior care industry and her unending dedication to helping seniors and families in similar circumstances. When not working Cynthia enjoys cooking, gardening and traveling with a focus on visiting State and National Parks.
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