Assistance

Sometimes a person with Alzheimer's or Dementia might have trouble communicating the things they need help with.  They might need help with shaving, dressing, or toileting and be unable to tell the caregiver that.  Use this chart to explain what your loved one needs help with so that they do not become frustrated trying to tell the caregiver.

Bed Time Routine

Getting ready for bed has become somewhat of a routine for most people. They change into their pajamas, brush their teeth, then wash their face,and climb into bed. While these seem like simple tasks and an easy routine, some people that have trouble remembering things might not know what to do before bed. Use this sheet as a way to help guide the caregiver on how to put your loved one to sleep.

Meal Schedule

A person with Alzheimer's might have a hard time communicating properly or remembering the foods they like to eat and how they like them seasoned. Here is a good way to let the caregiver know what foods your loved one likes and dislikes and what they are allowed to have each meal or as a snack. 

Daily Activities

As we age, it is easy to fall into a day to day routine.  WE like things a certain way and if that works for us then we tend to keep doing it.  As a caregiver, it might be hard to know the routine of the one you care for so here is a chart that helps explain how their normal day goes.

Mobility

While some of the people we care for are completely mobile by themselves, others may require assistance now and then.  There is not always someone there to tell you how to operate the equipment or how to transfer the person properly from one position to the other.  Use this handy sheet to help the caregiver know how to move your loved one properly without hurting anyone in the process.

Health Issues

It is not always easy to know the health issues of the person you are caring for.  Even if you do know what they are, you might not know how to prevent a problem or how to resolve a problem occurring from one of the issues. Here is a chart for medical issues and what to do if there is a side effect or reaction.

Medication Chart

As we get older, we tend to take more medication and supplements than we did when we were younger.  Here is a chart that can help keep these medications in order and make sure that everything is up to date and being taken properly.