Basic activities |
Bathing and grooming |
Wash your hair in the shower rather than over a sink. |
Use a terry robe instead of towels to dry off. |
Use organizers to keep things within reach. |
Use a chair in the shower or tub. |
Use a long-handled sponge or brush to reach your back and feet. |
Rest elbows on counter or dressing table to avoid leaning unsupported. |
Use long-handled brushes or combs to avoid holding your arms overhead. |
Use liquid soap or soap on a rope. |
Use an elevated toilet seat. |
Dressing |
Wear loose clothes that are easier to put on and take off. |
Bring your foot to the opposite knee, from a seated position, to put on socks and shoes so you won't have to lean over. |
Wear slip-on shoes or shoes with Velcro closures or elastic shoelaces. |
Use a long-handled shoe horn or sock aid. |
Fasten your bra in front and then turn it around. |
Wear clothes that button in front rather than pullovers or clothes that button in the back. |
Use a reacher or dressing stick to help with zippers in back. |
Advanced activities |
Housework |
Spread tasks out over the week or month. |
Hire help. |
Use long-handled dusters, mops, dust pans. |
Use automatic washer and dryer if possible. |
Use lightweight iron. |
Shopping |
Make a list. |
Organize your shopping list by store aisle. |
Request assistance in stores. |
Have groceries delivered if possible. |
Use canned, frozen, or other prepared foods, or try ordering out. |
On days when you feel well, cook extra food and freeze in small containers. Reheat frozen food on days when you're tired. |
Ask your doctor, nurse, or social worker about community resources that deliver prepared meals. |
Eat small, frequent meals rather than several large meals each day. |
Have snack foods readily available. |
If you're really exhausted, put some favorite foods and beverages in a cooler with ice next to you as you rest. |
Make quick meals with a microwave or blender. |
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