Personal Hygience
We recognize that Personal Hygiene is of critical importance for our customers’ health, comfort, and well-being, and our caregivers play a vital role in maintaining and promoting it. Our personal hygiene services involve assistance with activities such as bathing, showering. grooming, and oral hygiene, while also prioritizing the individual’s dignity and preferences. We also ensure that our caregivers prioritize their own hygiene, especially handwashing. to prevent the spread of diseases or germs
The Urgency of Personal Hygiene
Health and Well-being
We ensure that our customers get regular
bathing, showering, and oral care to help
prevent skin infections, oral diseases. and
unpleasant odors. promoting overall comfort
and well-being.
Dignity and Independence
We assist with personal hygiene while
respecting an individual’s preferences and
autonomy ond in the process help them to
maintain their sense of self-worth and
independence.
Mental Health
We thrive to maintain cleanliness to boost
morale and reduce feelings of isolation
or depression,
OUR KEY FOCUS AREAS
Bathing/Showering
- Preparation: Our caregivers ensure the room is warm, the water temperature is comfortable, and privacy is maintained.
- Assistance: We use gentle techniques and encourage as much independence as possible.
- After Bathing: We apply lotion to moisturize the skin and prevent any dryness.
Grooming
- Hair Care: We wash, condition, and brush customers hair regularly.
- Nail Care: We clip nails straight across to prevent ingrown nails.
- Foot Care: We wash and dry feet, paying attention to areas between toes to prevent fungal infections.
Oral Hygiene
- Brushing: We encourage brushing at least twice a day, or assist as needed.
- Flossing: We help with flossing regularly to prevent gum disease
Toileting/lncontinence Care
- Regular Bathroom Breaks: We encourage frequent bathroom breaks to prevent accidents.
- Skin Care: We use barrier creams to protect skin from moisture and reduce the risk of sores.
- Incontinence Products: We use absorbent products like adult briefs and bed protectors as needed.
Hand Hygiene
- Washing Hands: We ensure that our caregivers and encourage our customers to wash hands frequently with soap and water, especially before and after meals, and after using the toilet.
- Hand Sanitizer: Our caregivers ensure that hand sanitizers available for quick cleanups.