Graying With Grace – Guides for Seniors, the Elderly, and the People Who Love Them

Top 5 Bedpans for Bedridden Patients

Bathroom Safety

January 23, 2021

Bedpans are a necessary evil for seniors who spend most of their time in bed. You want to choose a high quality item that will minimize the chance of a mess and is easy to empty and clean. Here are my top picks.

What Are The Best Shampoos For Bedridden Patients?

Daily Life

January 20, 2021

Using dry shampoos with bed bound seniors helps improve hygiene and care while also improving self esteem and overall well-being. Here are my top picks.

Body Wash Options For Bedridden Patients

Daily Life

January 19, 2021

Using the right body wash for bedridden seniors will leave them clean and refreshed. Let the senior choose the scent and application method they prefer for the best experience.

Your Guide to Caring For Bedridden Elderly People At Home

Daily Life

January 13, 2021

It’s not always easy to keep a bedridden elderly loved one in the comfort of their own home. But with a few tips and tricks, it can be a very rewarding experience for the entire family.

6 Exercises For The Bedridden Elderly

Exercise and Fitness

January 13, 2021

When mobility becomes more and more difficult, becoming bed-bound is often a fact for many seniors. But being bedridden doesn’t mean that movement is impossible. In fact, exercise becomes even more important to help maintain muscle strength, flexibility, circulation and better overall wellbeing.

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16 Entertaining and Enjoyable Games For Bedridden Adults

January 12, 2021

Being bed bound and having to look at the same 4 walls all day can be mentally draining. So, here are lots of games you can play with bedridden adults to entertain them… and let them know you care!

46 Fun and Entertaining Activities For Bedridden Seniors

January 12, 2021

Being stuck in bed on a permanent or even temporary basis can drain the life out of people. Here are lots of activities for bed bound seniors that are fun, entertaining, and engaging as well.

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The Best Shoes For Elderly With Balance Problems

January 11, 2021

A common reason for falls among the elderly is a sudden loss of balance. Wearing the right shoes can help them with balance problems. Here are my recommendations.

13 Things For Dementia Patients To Do With Their Hands

January 7, 2021

Seniors with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease often show agitation or anxiety through fidgety hands. Here are lots of ideas to keep their hands busy, reduce frustration, and improve their over all well-being.

grandparent using laptop with their grandchildren

How Grandparents Can Help To Keep Their Grandchildren Safe Online

January 6, 2021

Grandparents often play a unique role in child-rearing. Regardless of the exact situation, grandparents need to know how to keep their grandchildren safe while they’re online.

The Best Heated Blankets For Wheelchair Users

January 5, 2021

Winter can be a brutal season for people who use wheelchairs. Fortunately heated blankets like these keep wheelchair users warm all winter. The best ones are also cord-free and stay in place!

Your Guide To Choosing The Best Heart Rate Monitor Watch For Seniors

January 4, 2021

Monitoring your heart rate is a good idea for anyone of any age but it is extremely important for seniors. In this guide, learn how to choose a heart rate monitor watch for seniors and which are the best.

6 Best 3 Wheel Bikes for Seniors and the Elderly

January 4, 2021

Three wheeled bikes are a great recreation option for seniors who have slight balance issues or are beginning to have mobility problems. The best three wheel bikes for seniors have a step through design, a padded seat, multiple speeds, and are easy to assemble.

6 Weighted Blankets for People with Parkinson’s Disease

January 2, 2021

Weighted blankets can help calm the mind and bodies of people who have Parkinson’s Disease by providing deep pressure stimulation to reduce anxiety and control sensory processing. Here are some of the best weighted blankets to help with the symptoms of Parkinson’s.

5 Blankets for Nursing Homes That are the Right Size and Easy to Care For

December 30, 2020

A senior’s favorite home blanket may not be the best choice for a nursing home because of a difference in bed sizes, the laundering process, and different temperature needs. Here are the best blankets for nursing home residents that address these issues.

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