Food Fragrance and Appetite

Food Fragrance and Appetite

In our last message, we discussed the need for a fragrance-free home for some seniors.  While that dealt with choices about what artificial smells can invade a person’s home that are perfectly normal, but a possible irritant to an older occupant, not much attention...
Does Your Senior Need a Fragrance Free Home?

Does Your Senior Need a Fragrance Free Home?

A fragrance‑free home is not a judgment on anyone’s hygiene or personal style. It’s simply an accommodation — like turning down the lights for migraines or lowering the TV volume for overstimulation. Many seniors have respiratory issues, skin sensitivities, or...
The Hygiene of Belongings: The Little Things

The Hygiene of Belongings: The Little Things

Caregivers spend a lot of time thinking about handwashing, bathing, and surface cleaning — but some of the most important hygiene tasks are hiding in plain sight. The items seniors touch dozens of times a day often carry the most germs, oils, and irritants....