Father’s Day gifts can be surprisingly hard to shop for, especially when your dad insists he does not need anything. That challenge can feel even bigger when his needs have started to change. Maybe buttons are harder than they used to be. Maybe pulling on pants is more frustrating. Maybe he is dealing with arthritis, […]
Most people do not think much about getting dressed until it becomes difficult. For many older adults, dressing grows harder gradually. A parent may take longer to button a shirt, struggle to pull on pants, avoid certain outfits, or ask for help with something they used to do independently. For caregivers, these changes can quietly […]
For many families, one of the first daily routines to become unexpectedly difficult in dementia care is getting dressed. What used to take a few quiet minutes can turn into confusion, frustration, resistance, or tears. A loved one may put clothes on backward, forget what goes on first, refuse to change, or become upset when […]
By Jimmy Zollo, CEO of Joe & Bella A recent article from the Stanford Center on Longevity about the “longevity market” explored a question that more people should be asking: what does it actually take to build products that help older adults live with more dignity, comfort, and independence? While I helped answer this question in […]
Helping someone with dementia get dressed can become one of the hardest parts of the day. What used to feel automatic can turn into a stressful routine filled with confusion, resistance, and discomfort. That is because dressing is not just about clothing. It involves memory, sequencing, balance, hand coordination, sensory comfort, and emotional security. When […]
Getting dressed should not feel like a daily obstacle. But for many older adults, small tasks like fastening buttons can quietly become harder over time. At first, the changes may seem minor. Your parent may take longer to get dressed, stop wearing certain shirts, or ask for help with clothing they used to manage on […]
Author: Taylor Donaldson, RN — Chief Customer Happiness Officer, Joe & Bella Dressing is one of the core activities of daily living, or ADLs. ADLs are the basic self-care tasks people need to manage each day, such as bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, and moving from one position to another. Because dressing affects comfort, safety, and […]
Helping a senior get dressed can become one of the most challenging parts of the day. What used to be a quick routine may now take much longer and involve discomfort, frustration, balance concerns, or physical strain for both the caregiver and the person getting dressed. Limited mobility can affect dressing in many ways. A […]
By Taylor Donaldson, RN — Chief Customer Happiness Officer, Joe & Bella Choosing compression socks sounds simple until you start shopping. Suddenly you are looking at different pressure levels, confusing size charts, calf measurements, lengths, materials, and use cases. Some pairs are made for everyday comfort, some are made for travel, and others are intended […]
Author: Taylor Donaldson, RN — Chief Customer Happiness Officer, Joe & Bella As people get older, it is common to notice more swelling in the feet and ankles, tired or achy legs, and changes in circulation. For many older adults, compression socks can be a helpful part of everyday comfort. They are commonly used to […]
