By Daryl Ashley
Confusion Solution
Many of us have or know of older people who live on their own or in assisted living homes. It is important for them and their families to have direction and physical support for organizing their living spaces. The following are tips that you can use to make their lives a little easier.
- Have conversations to determine their needs and mobility concerns.
- Involving you and other family members is an important step in making people feel comfortable while changes are taking place.
- Consider their ability to read and make sure that whatever is labeled is large enough for them to see.
- Create clear walking space.
- Ensure that every day necessities are within their reach.
- Avoid making changes often. Having things stay in the same places will eliminate confusion.
- Leave them clear contact information for you and for emergencies.
- Set a schedule to check on them regularly. This doesn’t mean you have to do anything but visit.
- Check to see if their budget can support hiring a professional organizer.
The fact that you are aware of the importance of maintaining a space for an elderly friend, acquaintance, or family member is invaluable. Just being there will add joy to their days.
It’s as simple as that!
P.S. Confusion Solution will be in the Memory Days Parade and offering sign-ups for free consulting. Come see us and all the amazing Grayson contributors.
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