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“18 Years of Love, Lessons & Caregiving Essentials”
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items For the past 18 years, I’ve had the blessing of caring for my 93-years-young Grammie, who will be celebrating her 94th birthday this year. Our caregiving journey has been filled with love, lessons, adjustments, laughter, challenging days, and plenty ...
I was looking for something lightweight, soft, comfortable, and easy for my Grammie to walk in. She would sometimes complain about her toe hurting because it rubbed against the top of her sneakers, so I wanted to find something that gave her feet a l...
Scurtain Unisex Adults Rubber Sole Slippers
As we get older, sometimes we simply need a little extra boost to get up—or the reassurance of having something sturdy to hold onto when standing. The Vive Stand Assist has been a helpful addition to my Grammie’s daily routine. It gives her a secure ...
Vive Stand Assist - Adjustable Mobility Rail
As our loved ones get older, sometimes getting out of bed in the middle of the night to use the restroom isn’t as easy as it once was. They may not be able to get up quickly enough, may have difficulty holding their bladder while sleeping, or may exp...
4 Pack Waterproof Reusable Heavy Absorbency Bed Pads
When my Grammie developed a sore on her bottom, finding something gentle and easy to use became very important to me. Along with the other care measures and natural remedies we were using, Terrasil Wound Care Ointment became one of my go-to products ...
Terrasil Wound Care 3X Healing Ointment
In addition to the Terrasil Wound Care Ointment, these silicone bandages have provided another layer of protection when caring for my Grammie’s skin. They help protect the area from outside moisture while providing a soft, cushioned barrier that can ...
Dimora Sacrum Foam Dressing Silicone Bandages
Don’t be alarmed by the “diabetic shoe” label—you don’t have to be diabetic to appreciate a comfortable shoe like this. My Grammie is not diabetic, but I purchased these because I wanted another walking shoe that was easy to slide her foot into, ligh...
Women's Diabetic Shoes
Here’s another sneaker I purchased for my Grammie, The Skechers Women’s GO WALK is comfortable, lightweight, and easy to slip onto her foot, which makes getting ready a little easier for both of us. I also like the good grip on the bottom, and for my...
Skechers Women's Go Walk Joy Ecstatic Sneaker
I purchased this portable mini exercise bike as part of my Grammie’s physical therapy and exercise routine. It gives her the sensation of riding a bike while comfortably sitting in a chair, allowing her to get some movement without having to use a tr...
Mini Exercise Bike
During those periods when my Grammie is sitting for longer stretches, I like finding simple ways to keep her legs moving and stimulated. She uses the vibration plate while seated in a chair, placing her feet on the plate while it gently vibrates. Thi...
AXV Vibration Plate Exercise
After caring for my Grammie for so many years, I’ve learned that the little comforts can make such a big difference. Making sure she gets a comfortable night’s rest is important to me, so I purchased the Niagara Sleep Solution Bamboo Mattress Topper ...
Niagara Sleep Solution Bamboo Mattress Topper