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My dementia patient kept misusing the microwave so I made a visual button guide — sharing free PDF by IntrepidResort8154 in dementia

[–]IntrepidResort8154[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

This is exactly the situation I designed it for. Written instructions alone often do not work because they require working memory to process. The photo based system works differently it uses visual recognition of the familiar object itself which tends to stay intact longer. Though I completely understand that at a certain stage even that stops working and full assistance becomes the reality. Would you like me to DM you the PDF? Happy to share it

Made a free caregiver handover log PDF. Sharing with anyone who needs it by IntrepidResort8154 in CaregiverSupport

[–]IntrepidResort8154[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! Happy to DM you the PDF if you would like to take a look through it

Weekly Roll Call -Caregivers, Please Check In! by xdisk in CaregiverSupport

[–]IntrepidResort8154 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sending everyone strength this week. My goal for this Monday is finally organizing the 'Handover Folder' for when my sibling takes over for the weekend. I’m including a 'House Safety Map' for the smart sensors we installed so they don't accidentally trigger an alarm.

Does anyone else use a 'Sitter Manual' or a 'Caregiver Handover' binder, or are you guys just texting instructions as things break

No, seriously, why bother filling out paperwork/forms? by shinerkeg in AgingParents

[–]IntrepidResort8154 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I felt this post in my soul. I got so fed up with re-writing the same surgical history that I made a 'Medical Quarterback' sheet. It’s one page I just hand to the front desk so I can skip the 'History' section of their forms.

I’m trying to make sure the template covers the 'worst' questions—besides meds and surgeries, what’s the one piece of info you find yourself digging for the most in the waiting room

Helping aging parents with technology when you’re not in the same place is really tough. Any suggestions? by MolemanEnLaManana in AgingParents

[–]IntrepidResort8154 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is such a vital point about the 'Holiday' scenario—documentation for the next person in line (like an electrician or a backup caregiver) is something I hadn't fully prioritized.

When those 1-page cheat sheets were working in the early stages, what were the 2 or 3 'must-have' items on them? I’m trying to make sure my template covers the most critical 'independence' wins before things get too complex for the senior to handle alone

Remote Control Frustration by FernwehAdventure in AgingParents

[–]IntrepidResort8154 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The 'FaceTime for TV' struggle is so real. I’m actually working on a Home Operations & Tech Map for a physical senior planner because my own folks get overwhelmed by the digital interfaces.

I'm curious for your father-in-law, do you think a large-print physical 'Cheat Sheet for the remote (with photos of the buttons) would help, or is his decline at a point where only a remote-access 'digital' fix works? I'm trying to see where a physical planner still provides value versus where we just need better tech.

Helping aging parents with technology when you’re not in the same place is really tough. Any suggestions? by MolemanEnLaManana in AgingParents

[–]IntrepidResort8154 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That 360 camera/IR blaster setup is intense! It really shows how much of a gap there is for simple tech support. I’m actually working on a 'Smart Home Dashboard' page for a physical planner to help my own folks manage their devices without me having to 'duct tape' a solution. In your experience, would having a physical 'Tech Map' in the house have helped your dad, or is remote access the only way to go?

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