Holistic Solutions for Aging Well

Creating a memory/ activity box for a dementia patient was my favorite treatment of the day. The family helped gather photos for us to choose from to make a mini photo book and we added some other activities that can be pulled out to engage the patient when she gets antsy or wants to do something.

Adding a bit of contrast to my clients steps made a huge difference for her ability to safely and confidently go down the steps. She wears bifocals and this was a prior fall location before!

My patient in ALF is mostly wheelchair bound. Clothing racks are NOT wheelchair friendly as they are 68 inches high and her max reach is about 58.

I tried to teach her how to use a dressing stick to get hangers off but that proved frustrating and challenging due to coordination.

Instead of asking the facility to lower racks, we added a hanging drop-down organizer, a small tension rod, and a compact garment rack – perfect for holding about a week’s worth of clothing. Her walker is secured inside for safe access if needed.

A big thanks to my level 1 student Miss Tavia for helping me solve a problem one of my patients was having! The patient could not adjust her blinds and often had to just leave them unless she caught someone to ask for assistance. Now with the help of some $2.99 rings from Michaels and some string I already had, we made her a system to complete! She was over the moon excited to have this small bit of independence back!