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One of the most common problems family caregivers may face is convincing their loved ones to take a shower or wear new clothes. Some seniors are reluctant to bath or stay clean which may be due to depression, loneliness, and lack of interest. Less self control and a weak memory might also be the reasons for avoiding personal hygiene in some seniors. You can start by discussing with your loved ones the health concerns of not taking a shower for days might cause them. However, there are some easy ways which may help family caregivers in getting their loved one to bath. Here`s a list of 8 ways which may help you to get your loved one a bath or shower.
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One of the most common problems family caregivers may face is convincing their loved ones to take a shower or wear new clothes. Some seniors are reluctant to bath or stay clean which may be due to depression, loneliness, and lack of interest. Less self control and a weak memory might also be the reasons for avoiding personal hygiene in some seniors. You can start by discussing with your loved ones the health concerns of not taking a shower for days might cause them. However, there are some easy ways which may help family caregivers in getting their loved one to bath. Here`s a list of 8 ways which may help you to get your loved one a bath or shower.
1.Suggesting a Routine Change If you can introduce an idea of getting cleaner in your loved one`s brain, then it may be easier for you to convince them to take a bath. Seniors may feel offensive when asked directly to take a shower due to their poor hygiene. Family caregivers should make them feel comfortable by asking indirect questions which may link to their cleanliness and may encourage them to take a bath.
2.Encouraging Them You may also encourage your loved ones to take care of their cleanliness. Ask them politely about their daily routine and emphasize about the importance of taking a bath in every two days. Try to suggest some easy ways which may enhance cleanliness to your loved ones. Tell your loved ones the safety concerns of ignoring personal hygiene.
3.Reducing Fear of Showering Seniors may have developed fear of taking shower due to falling or tripping in the bathroom. Another reason of poor hygiene in some seniors may be due to cognitive decline. Family caregivers should be respectful towards their senior loved ones when discussing the topic of personal hygiene regarding their mental health.
4.Give Them a Reason Going outside for shopping or lunch may give your loved one a reason to take baths. It is understandable to not take showers, if a person is not going to work or running some errands. However, if your loved one haven`t bathed for days then it may cause health problems in his or her life. Suggest several reasons to your loved ones like meeting friends, a day to celebrate or a trip to the park which may encourage them to bath.
5.Offer Help Start by asking your loved ones indirect questions about personal hygiene and offer them help. If your loved one does not need your help then you can at least offer them to settle things in the bathroom for their comfort. A close relationship with your loved ones may make it easier for you to assist them in bathing. Establish a routine of helping your loved one in bathing once a week if it is awkward for them to do daily.
6.Scheduling a Time Family caregivers can also recommend to schedule a bathing time daily for their loved one. In this way, you may also offer help if they are unable to prepare the bath tub or settle things in the bathroom. You can also mark the calendar for your loved ones to take baths on specific days.
7.Hiring a Caregiver Professional caregivers can provide home visits to assist your loved ones in bathing. Some seniors may feel embarrassed taking a bath in front of their family caregivers. Scheduling a caregiver to come at your house and helping your loved ones may turn out useful.
8.Making it certain the Bathing Schedule is followed Senior who are resistant towards taking a bath may waste time doing nothing inside the bathroom. Family caregivers should make sure their loved ones are taking a bath and washing themselves to get clean. You can do this by checking the soap bar and shampoo. Convincing them to go into the bathroom for a bath is the task half done. These ways may help you in promoting cleanliness in your loved one`s life. Family caregivers should make sure that the bathroom is safe for seniors before letting them take a bath alone. Install a hand grab bar and place rugs on the floor to minimize safety concerns.
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