Family caregivers don’t have a lot of free time on their hands. A big project like spring cleaning can feel simply undoable. If hiring help is not in the budget, it’s important to be organized in order to tackle this task efficiently. One day, clean the kitchen. Wipe down the cabinets, clean out the refrigerator, and toss everything that has expired. Next, tackle the bathroom by changing out the shower curtain liner and scrubbing the tub and shower. Finally, take on your loved one’s bedroom by vacuuming the rugs, dusting, and washing all linens and rugs. During this process, it may be time to discuss with your family member the possibility of moving into a senior living community where professionals can give them the support they need with these and other daily living activities.
Key Takeaways:
- With juggling their careers and personal life, family caregivers often don’t have much time to clean their loved one’s home.
- If you can’t afford a cleaning person, get organized and clean one room at a time.
- If appropriate, use the time you are cleaning to have a conversation with your loved one about the possibility of eventually moving into senior housing.
“Juggling a busy career with the needs of a family and a senior loved one can make projects like spring cleaning feel overwhelming. If your budget won’t extend to hiring outside help, getting organized so you can work more efficiently is important.”