There are over 44 million caregivers in the United States
that provide an average of 21 hours of care each week to the sick, disabled,
and/or elderly. That means there are multitudes of people, both paid and
unpaid, in the U.S tasked with overseeing their loved one’s basic care needs,
and working with trained medical staff on how to properly address any health
issues that may arise. Many caregivers are balancing their caregiving tasks with
full-time careers. Additionally, most
have a solid knowledge base of health products and daily living aids in order
to be prepared for whatever situation may arise. So, what are some examples of
products that an experienced caregiver should keep in their arsenal? Let’s
break the necessities down by need:
·
Bathing
o
Shampoo Tray- this tray is
contoured to fit a neck comfortably and rest on shoulders for easy shampooing
in seated position.
o
Bedside Care Body Wash-
this product boasts to be a complete bath in a bottle. No rinsing needed! This
product is perfect for sensitive skin, and is an all-body wash and incontinent
cleanser.
o
Comfort Shampoo Cap- this
product cleans and softens hair without the mess and aggravation of traditional
methods. This fabric-lined cap effectively removes EEG gel, blood, iodine, and
more to leave hair clean and fresh.
o
No-Rinse Bathing Wipes-
these alcohol-free wipes are enriched with aloe and lanolin, to clean and
deodorize, for a complete bath experience.
o
Bath Seat
with Back and Arms- this bath seat is constructed of heavy duty molded
plastic, with an aluminum anodized frame. Comes complete with skid resistant
rubber tips along with push button release removable arms and back.
o
Grab Bar- this
product will add security and stability to any spot in your home and help you
get around, sit or stand.
·
Incontinence
o
Reassure Overnight Underwear- one of our most absorbent underwear with complete overnight protection for a restful night of sleep.
o
Always Discreet Maximum Pads- protects against moderate bladder leaks and make your overactive bladder feel like no big deal.
o
Reassure Booster Pads,
Moderate- this product is designed to wear in addition to your primary
absorbent garment. They are ultra-thin for greater comfort.
o
Rubber
Pant- Reassure Rubber Pants help to hold pads or briefs in place and keep
clothing dry.
o
Reassure
Premium Underpads with Tape- the unique design of the Reassure Premium
Underpads with Tapes makes them ideal for a good night's rest. Wide
adhesive strips keep the underpad in place throughout the night.
o
Janibell
Akord Slim Disposal System- the Janibell Akord Slim Disposal System locks
in odors to keep things smelling fresh. Perfect for home use or in assisted
living or nursing home settings, the Akord Slim’s elegant design looks
attractive in any room.
·
Daily Living
o
Dignity Mealtime
Protector- this reusable protector is easy to wash and helps protect clothing
during mealtime.
o
Safety
Treads- this product helps provide safe traction in tubs, on bathroom
floors, on stairs, or anywhere that there is a danger of slipping.
o
Large
Print Playing Cards with Holder- great for people with pain and/or limited
use of their hands. Most find using this holder much easier than trying to hold
multiple cards in one hand. The slot is designed so that cards can be easily
added or removed. Also holds Mah-Jongg tiles, recipes, or memos.
o
MyID
Hive Bracelet- this product is the easiest way to access, store and manage
your health information.
These products are just some examples of products that help
caregivers provide quality care for those under their supervision. There are
plenty of other products and aids that can be found on HDIS.com that can supplement an established
care plan created uniquely for your patient’s needs. Not only is a caregiver responsible for
assisting with basic care needs, they are also an integral part of providing
companionship and helping to maintain their loved one’s home. These points may
seem trivial to those not in need of personal caregiving services, but mean the
world to those who need a little extra help on a day-to-day basis. HDIS knows
that caregivers face monumental pressures to properly serve those in their
care, we hope you’ll visit us at HDIS.com
for additional blogs, resources and insights on how to face those challenges
ahead!
HDIS' friendly
and knowledgeable customer care representatives are available to answer all of
your questions and provide product counseling. Give HDIS a call:
1-800-269-4663.
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