Hi aswell as what has been noted we have in our box a couple of laminated prayers so the family can pray if want to, a bible, a special china tea set to provide tea for the family, a "Do Not Disturb" sign for the door and when the resident does pass away we have a butterfly that we put on their door as a sign of respect and to let staff/residents aware.
Include toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant etc. for family that may stay over. Colouring in books and pencils and some books for younger children when visiting. A few simple toys.
MARYANN
24th Nov 2015
Programs Manager/Diversional Therapist
Please don't forget some nice fresh flowers or a pot plant in the room also leave the latest paper available - and magazines - reading to the family member can promote reminiscing for family and friends.
Contact your local church groups, ask them to provide religious items .Eg catholic church may provide a bible ,prayer books that can be read to clients or family members, rosary beads.Recently a member from our local community has provided magazines information to assist with palliative in accordance with a persons cultural & spiritual beliefs and background. Ring a round your community. Contact pastoral carers from different religious backgrounds. Their support may help provide a very personal understanding of end of life wishes . Have found members of Jehovah Witness, Catholic church, Anglican Church, Seven Day Adventists all Helpful. Make Individual Boxes for Each Denominations
Our palliative CC also includes a small electric warming pad. And an electric aromatherapy ball and a selection of fragrance oils (orange, lavender and mint). Mouth care products and lip balm. . Hand creams for family to use for family and resident.
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provide a bible ,prayer books that can be read to clients or family members, rosary beads.Recently a member from our local community has provided magazines information to assist with palliative in accordance with a persons cultural & spiritual beliefs and background. Ring a round your community. Contact pastoral carers from different religious backgrounds. Their support may help provide a very personal understanding of end of life wishes . Have found members of Jehovah Witness, Catholic church, Anglican Church, Seven Day Adventists all Helpful. Make Individual Boxes for Each Denominations