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Getting dressed every morning is something that we all do, but for some, it requires a bit of extra assistance. When an older adult has less mobility and less control over their fine motor movements, getting dressed can be a stressful, sometimes dangerous task.

To lessen the risks, caregivers can step in and provide assistance to older adults with getting dressed for the day. About 36 million older adults fall annually, resulting in 32,000 deaths, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and getting dressed alone without assistance can lead to an unsafe situation, including dangerous falls.

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There is a level of vulnerability associated with getting dressed. To preserve as much dignity and independence for the older adult as possible, you will want to allow them to do as much as they are safely able to, including making decisions as to what they want to wear. To make this decision easier, it helps to limit the options by placing 2-3 different shirts, pants, and jackets out and allowing them to choose from this selection, instead of allowing them to choose from a closet full of clothes. This will save time, as well as eliminate any anxiety around decision making. This is especially important for those with memory and cognition difficulties.

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The clothing that is offered can make or break this experience. Clothing that is easy to put on and take off is preferable to complicated clothing, like shirts with many buttons, zippers or ties. Instead, opt for pull over shirts versus button ups, try pull-up drawstring pants versus pants with a button and zipper, lastly velcro shoes versus shoes with laces are a great option.

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Companionship and connection

• Loneliness can be especially challenging during the holidays. Caregivers 
 provide valuable companionship, offering seniors a sense of connection 
 and emotional support.
• Engaging in conversations, reminiscing about past holidays, and 
 participating in festive activities can brighten a senior’s day and combat 
 feelings of isolation.

Assistance with holiday preparations

• Seniors often face physical limitations that make holiday preparations 
 challenging. Caregivers can step in to help with tasks such as decorating, 
 gift wrapping, and meal planning.
• Home care services ensure that seniors can enjoy the festive spirit without 
 feeling overwhelmed by the demands of the season.

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There is a level of vulnerability associated with getting dressed. To preserve as much dignity and independence for the older adult as possible, you will want to allow them to do as much as they are safely able to, including making decisions as to what they want to wear. To make this decision easier, it helps to limit the options by placing 2-3 different shirts, pants, and jackets out and allowing them to choose from this selection, instead of allowing them to choose from a closet full of clothes. This will save time, as well as eliminate any anxiety around decision making. This is especially important for those with memory and cognition difficulties.

The clothing that is offered can make or break this experience. Clothing that is easy to put on and take off is preferable to complicated clothing, like shirts with many buttons, zippers or ties. Instead, opt for pull over shirts versus button ups, try pull-up drawstring pants versus pants with a button and zipper, lastly velcro shoes versus shoes with laces are a great option.