Dressing

Dressing is something your loved one may be able to do for a relatively long time. It might take them longer than it used to; but if they are safe, let them do it themselves, even if it takes all morning.

Try this:

1. Find clothes with larger buttons or replacing closures with Velcro
2. Look for pants or skirts with elastic pull-on waists
3. Try shoes that fit well, stay on, and don’t require laces (to prevent tripping)
4. Consider placing a baby monitor in their room. It will allow them to be more independent while you are nearby and alert to problems.
5. If getting undergarments off is a problem, use wrap around skirts as clothes