{"id":853,"date":"2021-05-17T07:27:13","date_gmt":"2021-05-17T07:27:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.fabhomecare.com\/?p=853"},"modified":"2023-08-02T06:03:41","modified_gmt":"2023-08-02T06:03:41","slug":"elderly-care-barriers-to-good-personal-hygiene","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fabhomecare.com\/fr\/elderly-care-barriers-to-good-personal-hygiene","title":{"rendered":"Elderly Care: Barriers to Good Personal Hygiene"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-859\" src=\"http:\/\/www.fabhomecare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/elderly-care-barriers-to-good-personal-hygiene.jpg\" alt=\"elderly-care-barriers-to-good-personal-hygiene\" width=\"519\" height=\"346\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fabhomecare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/elderly-care-barriers-to-good-personal-hygiene.jpg 519w, https:\/\/www.fabhomecare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/elderly-care-barriers-to-good-personal-hygiene-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 519px) 85vw, 519px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>When it comes to taking care of the elderly, hygiene is a common issue. Poor hygiene affects a senior\u2019s quality of life and even jeopardizes their health. Likewise, this month\u2019s blog will discuss the common reasons why your senior loved one may refuse to bathe:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"bullet\">\n<li><strong> Dulling senses<\/strong><br \/>\nAs we age, our senses may not easily pick up on odors and scents as well as they used to. With the aging process comes the weakening of one\u2019s sight and sense of smell which may be the reason why your senior loved one is unaware of their body odor or the stains on their clothes.<\/li>\n<li><strong> Pain and discomfort<\/strong><br \/>\nMobility issues can make it difficult for seniors to use the bathroom, even if they wanted to. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/pain-management\/guide\/joint-pain\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Joint pain<\/a> and poor vision can also make it uncomfortable to use the toilet or take a bath on their own. A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fabhomecare.com\/the-benefits-of-being-hydrated-always\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">home health aide in New York<\/a> can assist with toileting and bathing to increase comfort.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Depression<\/strong><br \/>\nIf your senior loved one used to bathe or dress up regularly but suddenly stops taking care of themselves, it\u2019s best to rule out depression first. This change in behavior may be a warning sign of mental health concerns. A checkup with their physician will determine the cause.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In many cases, good hygiene can be encouraged and improved through personal care services. A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fabhomecare.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">home health care agency<\/a> can assist your elderly loved one with toileting, bathing, dressing, skincare, and more to improve their quality of life.<br \/>\n<span class=\"comp\">F.A.B LLC Homecare Services<\/span> is a trusted provider of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fabhomecare.com\/home-care-services-in-brooklyn-new-york\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">home care services in New York City, New York<\/a>. In addition to personal care, we offer skilled nursing, respiratory therapy, homemaking services, and more. 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