Senior Care Facilitation GuideCaregiver Facilitation Guide Using Visual Aids to Support Independence Strategic Placement Mount the Routine Poster at eye level when the senior is seated. Looking up or down can cause dizziness or disorientation. Ensure the lighting is bright and even. Avoid shadows on the poster, as these can be misinterpreted as physical objects. Place aids near physical tools (e.g., the hand-washing guide next to the sink). Communication Tips Echo the Language: Use the exact words on the posters. Changing terms (e.g., "wash up" vs "hand washing") causes confusion. One Step at a Time: Point to the step on the poster and wait. Processing time for dementia can be 20-30 seconds. Positive Reinforcement: A simple "Good job!" after each step builds confidence and reduces anxiety. Monitoring Progress Does the senior notice the sign without prompting? Do they correctly interpret the icons? Is there a specific step where they consistently stop? Replace posters if they become soiled, faded, or if the individual begins to "screen out" the visual.
Bathroom Routine PosterTime to Freshen Up! Let's get ready for the day. 1. Take off the old one Gently remove your pull-up. 2. Put it in the bin Keep things tidy and clean. 3. Put on a clean one You will feel fresh and dry! You're doing great!
Single Page Bathroom Guide Space OptimizedBathroom Routine Step 1 Remove old pull-up Step 2 Put it in the bin Step 3 Put on a clean one Step 4 Wash your hands You are all set!
Bathroom Routine PosterBathroom Routine Easy Steps to Feel Your Best Step 1 Remove old pull-up Step 2 Put it in the bin Step 3 Put on a clean one Now you are fresh and dry!
Single Page Bathroom Guide Space OptimizedBathroom Routine Step 1 Remove old pull-up Step 2 Put it in the bin Step 3 Put on a clean one Step 4 Wash your hands You are all set!
Hand Washing Guide PosterWash Your Hands Keep Healthy and Clean Step 1 Wet your hands Step 2 Use soap and scrub Step 3 Rinse and dry well All clean and sparkling!
Single Page Bathroom Guide Space OptimizedBathroom Routine Step 1 Remove old pull-up Step 2 Put it in the bin Step 3 Put on a clean one Step 4 Wash your hands You are all set!
Single Page Bathroom GuideBathroom Routine Step 1 Remove old pull-up Step 2 Put it in the bin Step 3 Put on a clean one Step 4 Wash your hands "You feel so much better now!"
Single Page Bathroom Guide Super Safe MarginsBathroom Routine Step 1 Remove old pull-up Step 2 Put it in the bin Step 3 Put on a clean one Step 4 Wash your hands You are all set!
Bathroom Routine Poster FinalBathroom Routine Step 1 Remove old pull-up Step 2 Put it in the bin Step 3 Put on a clean one Now you feel fresh and dry!
Single Page Bathroom Guide Super Safe MarginsBathroom Routine Step 1 Remove old pull-up Step 2 Put it in the bin Step 3 Put on a clean one Step 4 Wash your hands You are all set!
