Caring for the Incontinent
Every caregiving situation is unique and every individual has different care needs. Providing sensitive assistance gives your loved one their sense of self, which is so important for maintaining self esteem.
Lifting and Transferring
Make sure you learn and follow proper technique for transferring safely.
- Ask your doctor to recommend a physical therapist who can teach you to correctly transfer if you’re unfamiliar with the procedure.
- Keep your feet shoulder-width apart to provide a supportive base for lifting.
- When lifting, keep the person’s weight close to you and keep your balance centered.
- Keep your spine straight when lifting. Do not twist.
- Bend at your knees and use your leg muscles to lift – they are much stronger than your back muscles.
