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Many of these tips are for persons with arthritis.� I've
included all of them here just in case it's an energy
saving tip you might use.
Take what you want and leave the rest :)

SELF CARE TASKS
    � Holding Toothbrush, Combs, Razors
    
        Place items parallel to the knuckles
        This method may require you to change 
	hands to comb, brush or shave both 
        sides comfortably. 
        Build up handles if you can not get your 
	fingers straight.
        Use an electric toothbrush or razor 
    

    � Using Toothpaste
    
        Place tube slightly over edge of counter 
	or sink
        Hold brush under tube opening and press 
	paste out with palm. 
        Avoid squeezing with finger tips. 
    

     � Wringing Out Wash Cloths
    
        Press cloth between palms or between 
	sink and palm
        Never wring out with a clenched fist 

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 BATHING
    
        Wash with a bath mitt and long handled 
	sponge
        Sit while bathing
        Built up faucet handles so they can be 
	controlled with the palm
        Install grab bars in the tub/shower 
	Use a terry cloth bath robe when 
	getting out of the tub to save energy 
	drying off

DRESSING

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- Oh the struggle with panty hose ---- to still wear a dress and not have to
struggle with the ups and downs of panty hose when nature calls ---- I cut out
the knitted croch within the seam lines so they will not run,and put panties on
after the panty hose. When nature calls you need only pull down the panties and
NOT the panty hose!!

- My husband� is to the point where he is unable to button his pants. I have solved the problem by sewing velcro where the button goes and under the flap where the button goes through. If you sew the button to the outside of the pants, you will never know the difference.

- Replace buttons with velcro, or use a��� buttonhook
- Wear shoes with velcro closures
- Use a long handled shoe horn
- Build up zipperheads and attach rings
- Sew pull loops to the top of socks
- Use a back scratcher, kitchen tongs or��� coat hanger to extend reach

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