Published on 5/7/2024

How Can I Ensure Grandma Always Goes to Her Physical Therapy?

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5/7/2024

Ensuring elderly family members attend their physical therapy sessions and remember their exercises can be a challenge, especially when they are not tech-savvy. However, there are several strategies that can help make this process smoother for both of you.

1. Create a Visual Schedule: A large, easy-to-read calendar placed in a common area can help remind your grandma of her physical therapy appointments. Use bold colors for dates and include pictures symbolizing exercise to make it more intuitive.

2. Simplify Instructions: Break down the exercises into simple, easy-to-understand steps. Consider creating illustrated guides that show each step of the exercises prescribed by the therapist.

3. Regular Reminders: Setting up a system of regular r…

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5/14/2024

Sometimes the devil is in the details -- does she have reliable transportation? If not, find a neighbor or friend who is willing to take her. Or hire a Lyft or Uber for her. Better yet, find an accountability partner for her - someone she can always have coffee with before or after the appointment that makes it feel like more than work.

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