I’ve been asked to think of items to keep in a room for a family member to sleep in if their relative is on end of life. I’ve got inspirational quote packs, bible, prayer books, poem books.
What about a list of suggestions on what they can do for their loved one. Some families feel the need to be doing something to feel useful. Lavender lotion for hand massages Brush their hair Toothettes for mouth care Bring family photos to look through to go down memory lane. Read to them And a book of what to expect at the end of life’s journey. A cozy blanket Tooth brush Gift certificate to local pizza place or cafeteria Coffee, tea, bottled water, granola bars
We have a small kitchen island on wheels, with a keurig, that we stock with the above items and other things. It can be rolled right into any room.
Once again Golden Carers has come to the rescue. I live in a retirement village and calling on my years as a Diversional Therapist I constantly use the Golden Carers for new ideas to run my group in the village. I especially love the Read Aloud Audience Participation activity and I always pick a very shy resident to take a part. It is amazing how much it brings them out of their shell. The quiz always helps keeps their minds active and gives them such a feeling of self worth when they get a correct answer.
I’ve been asked to think of items to keep in a room for a family member to sleep in if their relative is on end of life.
I’ve got inspirational quote packs, bible, prayer books, poem books.
Any other ideas would be greatly appreciated.
Sarah x
A CD player with music is a great idea
Sara you may want to check this comment out
https://www.goldencarers.com/comments/2931/
Brush their hair
Toothettes for mouth care
Bring family photos to look through to go down memory lane.
Read to them
And a book of what to expect at the end of life’s journey.
A cozy blanket
Tooth brush
Gift certificate to local pizza place or cafeteria
Coffee, tea, bottled water, granola bars
We have a small kitchen island on wheels, with a keurig, that we stock with the above items and other things. It can be rolled right into any room.
These are great ideas
Thank you