Gadgets to Encourage Independence in the Kitchen for Your Senior

Independence is an important concept to virtually anyone, and this does not change with age. In fact, encouraging a sense of independence and autonomy is a critical part of supporting their well-being and quality of life. Many elderly adults struggle with challenges and limitations that keep them from feeling as though they are able to be as independent as they want to be as they age.

 

Elder Care in Berwyn PA: Senior Kitchen Gadgets

Elder Care in Berwyn PA: Senior Kitchen Gadgets

 

As their family caregiver, you can help your parent to maintain a greater sense of independence through your care efforts.

This includes making modifications to their home and daily life to help them take on more of their own responsibilities safely and effectively. The kitchen is one area of the home that can be particularly challenging for an elderly adult, but there are many gadgets and tools available that can help them to take on their own tasks in ways that manage challenges and preserve safety.

 

Some gadgets your parent can use to encourage independence in the kitchen include:

 

Choppers. Knives can be unwieldy and dangerous for elderly adults struggling with mobility issues time of weakness, and lack of range of motion in their hands, as well as cognitive functioning decline. Small choppers allow your parents to put food in or under a container and press down on a button that chops while keeping the blade far away from their hands.

 

Individual coffee makers. A cup of coffee is the start of the day for many people, but making an entire pot of coffee can not only be wasteful but also potentially dangerous. An individual cup coffee maker is easier to use and produces only one cup of coffee. This is not only more manageable but less dangerous.

Ergonomic measuring containers. Some measuring cups and spoons are difficult to hold and use. Look for versions that are clear or have a tilted bottom to make it easier to measure out ingredients accurately.

 

Measurement reminder charts. Especially if your senior is struggling with cognitive function decline, they may no longer remember how to convert measurements. A laminated chart featuring measurements and they’re conversions, such as how many tablespoons go into a cup, can help your parent handle recipes more easily.

 

Starting elder care for your aging loved one is one of the best ways you can encourage their independence. While it may seem strange to think about encouraging independence by increasing the amount of care they receive, the highly personalized services of an elderly home care services provider can actually help to boost your senior’s sense of autonomy, even while helping them manage their challenges and limitations.

 

As a family caregiver, knowing your parent has access to this care can reduce your stress and help you feel more confident encouraging your loved one to stay engaged in their daily life and experience a stronger sense of control as they age in place.

 

If you or an aging loved-one are considering hiring Elder Care in Berwyn, PA, please contact the friendly staff at Suma Home Care.
Call today: (484) 206-4544

 

Ibrahim & Mariama Suma-Keita