Waking up in the middle of the night and feeling the need to use the bathroom can be difficult, especially if you have mobility limitations. Getting out of bed, feeling your way to your destination, using the bathroom, and returning...
Use liquid soap (preferably) Rub your hands together thoroughly for at least 20 seconds Don’t forget to clean your fingertips as well Turn off the tap without touching it (with your elbow if possible or the tip of a towel)...
Make sure the mask or face covering is clean and dry. Make sure your hands are clean before touching it (wash them with soap for 20 seconds or, if that is not possible, use hand sanitizer containing at least 60%...
Some Safety Tips Being a caregiver sometimes means assisting loved ones with their personal hygiene, a task that involves several risks for both people. How can you ensure that it is carried out safely while promoting the independence of the...
The jury for Medtrade’s Medtrade Innovative Product Awards announced that the Facili-T commode chair would be a finalist in the 2018 edition. The verdict was based on the product’s design, innovation, and market opportunities. The Facili-T commode chair was developed...
Family caregivers, whether paid professionals or unpaid caregivers, friends, or relatives, face an increased risk of developing problems such as depression, anxiety, and stress. The other main mental health issues they must deal with daily are fatigue and isolation. Caregiving...
Most people will find themselves at some point in situations where they are unable to take a shower or bath, or where moisture and perspiration should come into contact with a part of their body as little as possible. A...
Hygie’s FACILI-T™ folding commode chair combines three pieces of equipment in one: a commode chair, retractable grab bars, and an adjustable raised toilet seat. Designed in Quebec, primarily for homes and private residences, this chair is also useful wherever space...
A daily routine will be necessary for a person with reduced mobility or their caregiver, and the most appropriate time to think about home improvements is spring. You should focus on your daily practices and the duration of each task....
