As seniors who live alone get older household chores can become more challenging. Many household cleaning chores are repetitive and involve lifting heavy equipment or buckets, which can be difficult for seniors. The best hack for easy housecleaning is to get in-home care services.
Seniors who have in-home care can do as much or as little housecleaning as they want. A care provider will help with light housekeeping, keep the home organized, and do other tasks that will help seniors live safely and comfortably at home.
Seniors who want to participate in household chores can use these easy hacks and tips to make physically demanding household chores easier:
Have a Chore Chart
Establishing a routine can help break down cleaning tasks into manageable chunks. Create a weekly or monthly chore chart of different tasks to make sure that all the necessary cleaning gets done. Seniors with in-home care can assign the chores they don’t want to do or can’t do to the care provider on the chart.
Start With The Most Important Chores
Focus on essential tasks first and prioritize areas that require frequent cleaning, such as kitchens and bathrooms. Then focus on things like laundry and vacuuming. Leave the chores that are less important for another time. There’s always more time to clean.
Invest In Lightweight Tools
Invest in lightweight and ergonomically designed cleaning tools. Lightweight vacuum cleaners, mops, and dusters can reduce strain on joints and muscles, making it easier for seniors to move around and clean various surfaces.
Stock Up On Microfiber Cloths
Microfiber cleaning cloths are highly effective at trapping dust and dirt. They require minimal effort and can be used dry or slightly damp. Using microfiber clothes for cleaning means that seniors don’t need to haul around heavy buckets of water and harsh cleaning chemicals. Make sure your senior parent always has a good supply of microfiber cleaning cloths.
Try “Two Minute Cleaning”
Seniors can use the “two-minute rule” for quick, efficient cleaning. Take two minutes before and after meals to clean up the kitchen so that kitchen messes don’t get overwhelming.
Declutter Often
Clutter builds up fast in a home. Seniors should declutter weekly and do things like throw out mail and old magazines, clean up craft supplies, and organize the house. That will keep the house clutter-free, decrease the risk of falls, and create a happier home environment for your senior parent.
Sit While Cleaning
Instead of standing to wash dishes, fold laundry, or iron clothes seniors should sit. This will help seniors avoid feeling tired, dizzy, or sore.
Invest in Reach Extenders
Reach extenders or grabbers are handy tools for reaching items on high shelves or picking up objects from the floor without bending over. These tools can significantly reduce the need for seniors to stretch or strain while cleaning.
Adapt Cleaning Tools
Modify cleaning tools to make them more accessible. Attach foam tubing or larger handles to broomsticks and dusters to make gripping easier for those with arthritis or limited hand strength.
Don’t Sweat The Small Stuff
Your senior parent needs to live in a clean and hygienic home, but it doesn’t have to look like a showplace. Don’t sweat the small chores. Focus on keeping the home safe and comfortable and don’t worry about the rest.
If you or an aging loved one are considering In-Home Care Services in Tustin CA, please call the caring staff at Canaan Home Care today! 1-844-CANAAN-1 (1-844-226-2261)
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