01:830:335 Lecture Notes - Lecture 25: Dementia, Death Organ
15 Dec 2016
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Moving to another place with more amenities for people with mobility issues. There"s rules and demands when you live in shared spaces and when you get older it can be an issue. You live with people you must interact with. It becomes hard to get around and be comfy due to having walkers, oxygen tanks, wheelchairs, etc. Social: you have to interact with others and be pleasant. May require home modifications: handles, stair lifts, widened doors, big print, etc. Occupational therapists help: provides tricks with daily living activities. People remain boss of homes and play by their rules. Many people love this because they"re more comfy and it"s cheaper than any alternatives since money is an issue. Granny pods - tiny house to go in backyard. Designed if you live with someone else that can"t generally take care of you in days, etc. General: social, meals, entertainment, minor healthcare assistance. More special: giving assistance with more severe health issues.
