As a caregiver, holidays can cause unnecessary stress. For caregivers caring for ailing or aging loved ones, the fireworks, parades and picnics associated with Independence Day can be difficult to navigate for a variety of reasons – crowds, accessibility and noise level are just a few of them. There are some basic things you can do to avoid the stress, and planning is crucial to having a joyous Independence Day.
Here are some tips:
- Contact your local town or city office to ask about accessibility. Ask
where the best firework viewing areas are, how early you should get there, and
ask about parking.
- Plan to get to any fireworks or parades early. It will be easier to navigate with fewer people, and you’ll be beating the crowds.
- Find the easiest and least obstructed path to the bathroom.
- Bring snacks and water. It’s easy to become dehydrated with the warm July weather, so make sure you and your loved one are well fed and hydrated.
- Make sure you have enough sunscreen for you and your loved one.
- Dress your loved one in layers, and bring extra blankets and sweaters in case the temperatures drop after sunset.
- Bring a deck of cards or some other game to take up some time before the fireworks start.
- Stay in and watch the fireworks on television with your elderly loved one!
Have a safe and happy Independence Day!
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