{"id":10275,"date":"2021-09-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-09-01T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lifeline.philips.com\/resources\/blog\/2021\/09\/Healthy-Aging-Personal-Hygiene-Basics-for-Older-Adults-and-Family-Caregivers.html"},"modified":"2023-10-17T09:26:57","modified_gmt":"2023-10-17T13:26:57","slug":"healthy-aging-personal-hygiene-basics-for-older-adults-and-family-caregivers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lifeline.com\/blog\/healthy-aging-personal-hygiene-basics-for-older-adults-and-family-caregivers\/","title":{"rendered":"Healthy Aging: Personal Hygiene Basics for Older Adults and Family Caregivers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>With all we have going on in our lives, it can be easy to overlook the important connection between wellness and hygiene. But routine personal maintenance can help us keep ourselves and our loved ones healthier and safer.<\/p>\n<h2>Personal Hygiene Checklists for Seniors<\/h2>\n<h3>Hands<\/h3>\n<p>According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, washing hands with soap and clean, running water is one of the most important ways to avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/handwashing\/show-me-the-science-handwashing.html\">Always follow the CDC\u2019s guidelines for hand-washing<\/a>.<sup>1<\/sup><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Wash and thoroughly dry hands frequently<\/li>\n<li>Check for cracks and cuts<\/li>\n<li>Trim ragged and in-grown nails carefully<\/li>\n<li>Use lotion to keep skin supple<\/li>\n<li>Apply sunscreen to any areas exposed to the sun<\/li>\n<li>See a healthcare professional or home care aid for proper treatment of thick or discolored nails, calluses and blisters<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Feet<\/h3>\n<p>Healthy feet contribute to safe mobility and are especially important for people living with diabetes.<sup>2<\/sup><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Wash and thoroughly dry feet often (even between the toes)<\/li>\n<li>Treat\u00a0cracking or peeling skin<\/li>\n<li>Notice color and temperature anomalies<\/li>\n<li>Address jagged and in-grown toenails carefully<\/li>\n<li>Use lotion on tops and bottoms of feet, not between toes<\/li>\n<li>Apply sunscreen to any areas exposed to the sun<\/li>\n<li>See a healthcare professional or home care aid for proper treatment of thick or discolored nails, corns, calluses and blisters<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Eyes<\/h3>\n<p>Our ability to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifeline.com\/blog\/a-guide-to-low-vision-for-seniors-and-family-caregivers\/\">see clearly<\/a> is crucial to lowering the likelihood of falling and is particularly vital for people living with vision impairments and diabetes.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Gently wipe any eye discharge with a soft, damp cloth<\/li>\n<li>Look for irritation of the eye and eyelid<\/li>\n<li>Follow directions for wearing and cleaning contact lenses<\/li>\n<li>Keep corrective lenses and sunglasses clean<\/li>\n<li>See a healthcare professional for proper treatment of styes and if discharges, including tears, persist<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Teeth and Mouth<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifeline.com\/blog\/tips-to-improve-dental-for-seniors\/\">Oral care<\/a> influences proper nutrition and effective nutrition and can provide early diagnosis of serious conditions such as mouth cancer and bone loss. The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nia.nih.gov\/health\/taking-care-your-teeth-and-mouth\">National Institute on Aging<\/a>\u00a0suggests<sup>3<\/sup>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Brush teeth and tongue thoroughly twice a day with fluoride toothpaste<\/li>\n<li>Take note of dry mouth or excessive salivation<\/li>\n<li>Floss daily between the teeth to remove dental plaque<\/li>\n<li>Treat dry or cracked lips with lip balm<\/li>\n<li>Rinse with mouthwash after eating to ease halitosis<\/li>\n<li>Use lipstick and lip balms that contain sunscreen<\/li>\n<li>Clean dentures and other dental devices according to manufacturer\u2019s instructions<\/li>\n<li>See a healthcare professional for proper treatment of cracked or loose teeth, growths, ill-fitting dentures and pain, pressure or sensitivity Skin<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Skin<\/h3>\n<p>As our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifeline.com\/blog\/3-healthy-senior-skin-tips-for-summer\/\">largest organ, skin<\/a> deserves good hygiene. If you&#8217;re a caregiver of an opposite-sex loved one, consider having them wear a bathing suit or other covering to preserve dignity while you assist. Tips from the NIH\u00a0<i>News in Health include<\/i><sup>4<\/sup>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Bathe in warm\u2014not hot\u2014water<\/li>\n<li>Use mild cleansers<\/li>\n<li>Wash gently and pat dry to avoid irritation and abrasion<\/li>\n<li>Use lotion to keep skin supple<\/li>\n<li>Wear sunscreen<\/li>\n<li>Treat cuts and scratches<\/li>\n<li>See a healthcare professional for proper treatment of burns, bruises, discoloration, swelling or sensitivity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Talk with Older Loved Ones about Personal Hygiene<\/h2>\n<p>Discussing issues of hygiene is uncomfortable for everyone. It\u2019s uncomfortable and awkward to tell someone they aren\u2019t staying clean and healthy, and it feels even worse to hear it. The best tactics are addressing the issue in a way you\u2019d like someone to bring it to you, and to change the way you feel about difficult conversations. &#8220;It\u2019s an invitation to communicate and to get closer to each other,\u201d says Friedemann Schaub, author of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/drfriedemann.com\/\">The Fear + Anxiety Solution<\/a>. \u201cWhen you resolve it, you understand them better. Avoidance creates the opposite effect.\u201d<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Think about what you&#8217;d want someone to say if you had spinach in your teeth, a big stain on your shirt or bad breath<\/li>\n<li>Consider how it feels to hear get this kind of feedback to help you approach with dignity and empathy<\/li>\n<li>Avoid scolding or shaming<\/li>\n<li>Make your observations as privately and helpfully as possible<\/li>\n<li>Find out if certain hygiene tasks are difficult or painful and ask if they&#8217;d like help addressing those obstacles<\/li>\n<li>Remind them that your comments come from a place of love and concern for their health, comfort and wellbeing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><i>Don\u2019t disregard professional medical advice, or delay seeking it, because of what you read here. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional consultation, diagnosis or treatment; it is provided \u201cas is\u201d without any representations or warranties, express or implied.\u00a0Always consult a healthcare provider if you have specific questions about any medical matter, and seek professional attention immediately if you think you or someone in your care may be experiencing a healthcare condition or medical emergency.\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><sup>1<\/sup>CDC &#8211; Show Me the Science &#8211; How to Wash Your Hands.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/handwashing\/show-me-the-science-handwashing.html\">https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/handwashing\/show-me-the-science-handwashing.html<\/a>. July 26, 2021.<\/p>\n<p><sup>2<\/sup>CDC \u2013 Diabetes and You: Healthy Feet Matter!\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/diabetes\/ndep\/pdfs\/151-health-feet-matter.pdf\">https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/diabetes\/ndep\/pdfs\/151-health-feet-matter.pdf<\/a>. July 26, 2021.<\/p>\n<p><sup>3<\/sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nia.nih.gov\/health\/taking-care-your-teeth-and-mouth\">https:\/\/www.nia.nih.gov\/health\/taking-care-your-teeth-and-mouth<\/a><\/p>\n<p><sup>4<\/sup>The NIH \u2013 News in Health. Keep Your Skin Healthy.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/newsinhealth.nih.gov\/2015\/11\/keep-your-skin-healthy\">https:\/\/newsinhealth.nih.gov\/2015\/11\/keep-your-skin-healthy<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With all we have going on in our lives, it can be easy to overlook the important connection between wellness and hygiene. But routine personal maintenance can help us keep ourselves and our loved ones healthier and safer. 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