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Caregiver Safety: Mopping, scrubbing, and other house-cleaning tasks

When doing  house-cleaning tasks including mopping and scrubbing, watch out for  back and shoulder injuries as well as  general aches and pains. In this post on caregiver safety, we present-   Tools as well as  tips that can help both caregiver and client  stay safe. A talk it over section with a suggestion  of what  you could say, for more effective communication. Tips on where to  find help. Tools Use these things to make the tasks safer: A long-handled duster, mop, and scrub brush to limit bending while you clean the floor, walls, tubs, and toilets. A stepstool to help...

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How Caregiver and Client Should Talk to Each Other About Safety

Effectively communicating with the client is essential to being safe at home.  It is important to bring up health and safety issues as soon as possible.  If you don’t, the problem can get worse, and one or both of you can get hurt. Learn ways to state a concern about your safety in a manner that encourages both of you to find a positive solution - together. Here we  present  tips for effectively communicating your concerns to each other.   Plan the discussion. Practice with a friend or write down what you want to say. Be respectful - make a...

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