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5 supplies helpful for caregivers

By jjohnson

Caregivers have a very important role to fill in helping others maintain a quality of life and health. Sometimes this role of giving care lasts for a short duration while a person is recuperating from an injury or illness. Other times the duration last for much longer. There are certain supplies that can be very helpful for caregivers, and having these available can make things better for us and for the person under our care.

Being bedridden or reduced in mobility can sometimes conflict with proper posture, leading to a greater amount of neck discomfort. This orthopedic neck pillow can provide the right support and give a restful night’s sleep. It is 19 inches wide and has a larger roll on one edge and a smaller roll on the other end, allowing the user to choose the most comfortable size. The extra stress of being a caregiver can also create neck tension, making this pillow a nice choice for us as well.
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One way to make sure the person we are taking care of can get our attention is this wireless call button. It has a compact sending button on a lanyard allowing it to be worn around the neck. The receiver can be plugged into any outlet and will ring when the call button is pressed. The call button is waterproof and it is easy to use.
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From injury or advanced age, we can lose some of our dexterity and this makes it more likely for us to spill things on our clothing when we eat. To mitigate the need for extra clean up at meal times, these clothing protectors will stop food from staining clothing. They are 18 inches wide and 37 inches long, which will reach down into the lap. The neck closure has three snaps to adjust the size. They are water and stain resistant and are machine washable.
$72 from Amazon

With certain physical issues, the ability to get to the bathroom is reduced. The use of a bedside commode can be of great help in these situations. To make the cleanup easier, these commode liners are effective. They are absorbent and leak-proof and will hold up to 16 ounces of liquid. When used they can be sealed to block spills and odor.
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Protecting the bed from spills or incontinence is important to reduce the need for laundry and cleaning, and to insure a dry and comfortable bed. These bed pads are 35 inches wide and long, which will cover the bed and protect it with absorbent layers. The are leak-proof and neutralize odors. These come with adhesive tabs to help them stay in place.
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Although the role of a caregiver can be physically demanding, these items can help reduce some of the burden. This can free our time from excessive cleaning and allow us more time for pleasant interactions.

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