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Clutter-free interiors do not have to be boring! That’s the first lesson in the fourth part of our series on the steps to take when a parent or loved one is diagnosed with dementia. That’s right. You guessed it. Today is all about taking care of home safety basics. Safety hazards in the house add up over time making trips, falls or other injuries more likely. Preventing falls will go a long way to keeping your parent independent for as long as possible. Here are our top easy fixes for home safety: ▪️Make sure all floors and walkways are clear of clutter, cords, and rugs ▪️ Add grab bars in the bathroom and stair railings throughout ▪️Update lights so all rooms are bright and switches are easily accessible ▪️Ensure all appliances work well and are within easy reach ▪️Minimize the need to use step-stools or bend down low For more suggestions, check out our earlier posts on home safety. :: #riseiq #interiordesign #babyboomers #retirement #retirementplanning #thegreatestgeneration #seniorliving #planninglife #caringforparents #retiredlife Photo credit: @dominomag
Today we continue our step-by-step breakdown of the things you need to do upon a parent or loved one getting a dementia diagnosis. Here’s step three. Nobody likes to talk about money but it is essential to understand the financial situation in order to guarantee the ongoing care of your loved one as well as your own financial stability. No matter what, caring for an older adult will cost money. It’s a good strategy to estimate future costs so you’ll be prepared. Think about the medical care they’re likely to need, the cost of their potential living situation (like assisted living vs moving in with you), and everyday costs like food, caregiving supplies, home safety modifications, etc. Avoid a money crunch later by facing the numbers now. #riseiq Art by #andywarhol
We are continuing on the path we started earlier this week, breaking down the steps one should take when an ageing parent is given a dementia diagnosis. Step one was to assess your parent’s needs. Step two is to think about your own needs and abilities Everyone is in a different place in their lives. Before you make the assumption that you can take care of all your parent’s needs by yourself, stop and think about your own situation and abilities. Ask yourself: ▪️Does your health allow you to physically care for someone? ▪️Do you live close enough to visit as often as needed? ▪️Would you want to live with them, either in their house or yours? ▪️Do you have the kind of relationship that allows you to spend a lot of time together without creating a lot of negative feelings on either side? ▪️Do you have the personality to provide the type of care they need? ▪️Are you willing to learn how to provide that care? We all want the best for our parents. Know that is is ok to decide that you are not the best person to provide the care that will keep your parent safe and healthy. Remember, if you take on too much and burn out physically or emotionally, you won’t be able to help your parent or yourself. :: #riseiq Fabulous art by @morganharpernichols. Go check out her feed. It is amazing!
In our experience working with families after a dementia diagnosis has been given, it is common to feel uncertain about how best to handle the situation. Over the next few posts we’re going to help you break down the big picture into manageable steps to turn the vague problem of “my aging parents need help” into a practical, realistic plan to help mom or dad. The first step is to assess your parent’s needs. Caring for a parent can feel overwhelming because you’re not sure exactly what needs to be done. To solve that problem, take a step back and work out how much help your parent needs in everyday life. :: Here are 8 key areas to consider: ▪️Family support ▪️Home safety ▪️Medical needs ▪️Cognitive health ▪️Mobility ▪️Personal hygiene ▪️Meal preparation ▪️Social interaction Think about how much support they are already getting in each category and how much help do will realistically need to stay safe and healthy. Write everything down in a caregiving notebook so you can keep track of their needs and figure out what services are needed. #riseiq
We all want our ageing parents to stay safe and healthy. What happens when you think it might be time for them to get some help with that? It is common to feel uncertain about how best to handle the situation. Figuring out their needs, understanding the options, and making decisions can feel overwhelming. The best thing you can do is to focus on something concrete and to break the big picture down into manageable steps. Over the next few posts we’re going to help you do that. Let’s turn the vague problem of “my aging parents need help” into a practical, realistic plan to help mom or dad together. #riseiq
Pictured is Lady Helen Stewart. Helen was @f1 racing legend Sir Jackie Stewart’s stopwatch and the love of his life. Helen’s razor-sharp mind timed Jackie’s laps to the millisecond. The woman who once kept Jackie on the top is now battling frontotemporal dementia. Her short-term memory is failing, and the disease is taking hold of her mind and body. Her battle has inspired Sir Jackie to create @racingdementia to raise money to fund breakthrough and innovative dementia research. Race Against Dementia aimed to raise $2.5 million towards research in the disease. The initiative has already raised over $3.5 million. Sir Jackie has traveled to the best medical facilities around the world and will use the money raised to date to fund five PhD students looking into finding a cure and potentially preventative measures. We wanted to get the message out about this exciting project. Well done, Sir Jackie. We are rooting for you and Lady Helen. :: #riseiq #frontotemporaldementia #raceagainstdementia #dementia #dementiaresearch #formula1 #sirjackiestewart #findacure #findacurefordementia
Sometimes you need to see it spelled out. Take care carers. 💕 :: #riseiq