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WHEN MAKING YOUR HOME DEMENTIA FRIENDLY: 3 AREAS TO WORK ON
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Dementia can be defined as a broad category of brain diseases that impairs the affected person’s mental faculties, often impacting their quality of life. Caring for a dementia patient at home can be quite a challenge at hand, which is why it is a good idea to hire a senior dementia care expert. Dementia patients often exhibit aggressive behavior and can try to hurt themselves or the people around them. To help patients lead a normal life, caregivers need to make the home dementia friendly. In this post, we take a look at some tips to make different areas in the home safe for a dementia patient.
BATHROOM
LIVING ROOM Dementia often impairs the affected person’s sight. To help them move around safely in the living or family room, increase lighting in the area. Use wall mounted lighting, if possible. To allow natural lighting into the room, keep curtains open. Adjust the seating and make sure it is comfortable and at appropriate height. Designate an easily accessible and visible place to keep the remote. To trigger positive memories, place memorabilia's such as family photos in the room. Increase lighting in the area
KITCHEN To help avoid confusion, keep the kitchen clutter free. Remove materials that are not used in the kitchen everyday. If your loved one enjoys cooking, store tools such as clamps and holders that will help them grip objects in the kitchen. To address safety concerns, remove dangerous products and appliances such a stove knobs and oven door handles. Install a childproof lock on the oven. Remove the microwave. To control electrical outlets for appliances such as coffee makers and stoves, consider installing timers or using a fuse box. Remove dangerous products and appliances
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BATHROOM Bathrooms can be one of the most dangerous areas in their home for dementia patients. Some potential threats include: falls, electrocution, burns, and drowning. To help your loved one avoid falls, use non-slip mats. Install grab bars and a shower seat. Use large letters to mark faucets. Remove or relocate electrical appliances such as space heaters, electrical razors, and electric rollers. Relocate hazardous objects such as sharp hooks and glass shelves. If the person gets irritated or confused by the noise of exhaust fans, consider removing them. Use non-slip mats, Relocate electrical appliances & Hazardous objects
WRAP UP Accidents at home is one of the major threats impacting the wellbeing and safety of dementia patients. If you have a loved one at home suffering from dementia, ensure their safety by modifying the most frequented areas of your home. Use labels to mark the contents of drawers. To help your loved one move around freely and safely, get rid of floor clutter.
Reference https://dallas.storeboard.com/blogs/health/when-making-your-homedementia-friendly-3-areas-to-work-on/817670
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2017
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