This schedule should consist of who is visiting her, family, and friends, medical. It should list when she gets her medicines, baths, laundry, and special diet restrictions and be a useful tool for everyone.
If you are fortunate enough to have help from your family, list all the times family members will commit to taking mom out or just visiting her. If Friday is the day her friend will be picking her up to go play bingo, list that too. If your brother is picking her up to stay with his family for the next weekend, list that too. You might even want to make that list available on line for everyone’s conveience. Maybe make a website for mom!! www.grannyannie.com as an example.
By designing a schedule, you will assure that you will get help carting for your mother and know when you can take a break as well.
Taking care of an elderly parent can always be a struggle. You must devote a-lot of attention, time, and care to make them comfortable and happy. But you must also keep the stress out of your mind and your happiness in sight. Taking Care of Mom can help.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Action step six: Do a weekly schedule for moms care
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