I know that some of you are feeling the tension of not having your weekly scheduled hair appointment or your monthly nail and brow touch up, So I know you’ll understand todays topic. Pamper time! .
The older our parents get, the less they are able to do for themselves. Usually taking them for a mani/pedi is a great way for relaxation and also circulation for their feet. Spa days are also a great way to help. But since we are all stuck in #lockdown with #covid19, here are a few home pampering ideas.
1.Fill a dish wish warm water (diabetics do not do well with hot water so make sure it’s a good temperature). Add black vinegar and coarse salt or Epsom salts. This will release tension in their feet, help with any pain and also soften calloused feet. End off with a foot scrub, nail trim and a foot and leg massage. Yes you will get your hands dirty but your parents will love this and appreciate you.
2.Another way to pamper your parents, is by making sure they take a warm shower (bathing becomes complicated later in the lives of our elderly, unless you have several hands to help you.) Much like with kids your bathroom needs to be “#elderlyproofed”(A conversation for another day). A nice backrub after a shower or bath is like heaven for the elderly, our local “rub rub” or arnica oil or aspercreme works great to relieve joint and muscle pains. If your parent has a heart condition, please check with the doctor before using cremes with anti inflammatory ingredients like voltaren gel.
3.A quick hair wash and blow dry or plait day is another way to pamper your parents, for your dads, please don’t try to cut his hair if you don’t know what your doing, but a quick shampoo and conditioner with a head massage is a winning recipe. .
Always check with a medical professional what is best for the elderly person in your care.
#elderly #caregivers #elderlycare #elderlylove
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