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When it comes to Christmas gift ideas some families have a hard time choosing gifts because space is very limited within nursing homes. I have worked with nursing home residents and I will share some of the best Christmas gift ideas.
In any baby section at your local department store you can find baby wipe warmers. These wipe warmers allow you to wipe baby bottoms with a warm wipe instead of a chilly one. In a nursing home, they can wipe bigger bottoms with a warm touch as well. These handy little machines actually warm the disposable wipes that aides use for the personal needs for your loved ones. This is one of the more affordable and welcomed gifts that will bring comfort to your loved one. Body wash is another one of those welcome Christmas gifts for nursing homes that most do not think about. Put it in a basket with a nice bottle of shampoo conditioner and a bath puff and it makes a very nice present. Most of the soap that facilities around the nation buy is the cheaper brands. They must do this for budget reasons, but the soap smells horrid. It does not lather too well, which makes it useless for most of the aides. Most nursing homes around the country buy is a no rinse soap, which is a gross feeling. This no rinse soap is formulated to wash the body as well as hair. Your loved on will appreciate a nice bottle of body soap with their favorite fragrance. There are plenty of the soap gift sets available for both males and females. You could also purchase Fragrance sets, of cologne and body scents, which are welcome gifts. However just get a light fragrance as many of those people in the nursing homes currently have lung problems. These fragrances gift sets come in very handy. Both males and females alike will appreciate these gifts, because they are a touch of home in an otherwise strange place. Posters hung above the bed for residents who are bed ridden can provide them with a little bit of scenery. Some ideas include a lake scene or even a field of flowers. For those residents who are bedridden, they usually do not see too much of the walls, so they need to look at the ceilings, why not make it look nice. If this scenery is a poster that reminds them of home or some place they loved, it can help them be more contented. If your loved one loves, cats why not get a poster of cute kittens in a basket. When you choose a nursing home, you're choosing where someone you love-someone who is dependent and in need of care-will likely spend the rest of their life.
Plan ahead if possible; don't let this be a last minute, rushed decision. Familiarize yourself with area nursing homes before they're needed. Include your loved one in the process when they are still aware and competent and able to exercise judgment, and make this as much as possible their decision and not just yours. In the beginning, you may not even be aware of your options, of what nursing homes are in your area. Eldercare Locator at 800-677-1116 is a good place to start. This is a program run by the Department of Health and Human Services that provides listings and information on nursing homes. Doctors and nurses can be good sources for nursing home recommendations. You also should talk to anyone you know with a family member in a local nursing home. Do your homework to make sure any nursing home you're considering is state licensed, and certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Of course before making a decision, it's crucial to visit the nursing home in person. Spend plenty of time there, ask a lot of questions, see everything there is to see. Here are a few tips for what to look for: 1. Level of care and services Nursing homes differ greatly in what level of care is available and what services they provide. Your loved one may need minimal daily assistance with certain activities, or may need full time medical care-make sure you choose a suitable facility. Some facilities are especially for people contending with specific disabilities, whether it be Alzheimer's or blindness. Some are affiliated with a church and provide religious services. There may be physical therapy, social activities, recreational activities, etc. available. 2. Atmosphere You perhaps can't expect a nursing home to have no odor at all, even if it's just a noticeable antiseptic smell, but a strong unpleasant odor is a big red flag. You can pick up a lot from just observing the residents. See if they are spoken to and treated with respect. Note if they seem content, or neglected or unhappy. Staff should have pleasant dispositions. The facility should be well lit and pleasantly decorated. Make sure there is hot water in the bathrooms. Make sure there is plenty of drinking water available to avoid dehydration. Check all areas for cleanliness, especially the kitchen and dining area. Remember safety issues, such as smoke alarms, emergency exits, and guardrails. 3. Cost You need to crunch the numbers with a responsible party at the nursing home and make sure you understand what this will cost. Find out what's in the base price and what will be charged extra. Determine what Medicare or your insurance will cover and what you will have to cover. 4. Medical staff There should always be a doctor available. There should be sufficient nurses. The same team of nurses and assistants should work with the same resident. There should be a pharmacist or trained person on staff to monitor medical records and medications. A very useful resource to use in guiding your decision process is this checklist provided by Medicare. Sources: Karen Westerberg Reyes, "Choosing a Nursing Home." AARP. "Choosing a Nursing Home: A Caregiver's Guide." National Family Caregivers Association. "How to Choose a Nursing Home." Nursing Home Guide. |