Bedmaking Tips for Elderly Independent Living
- Straighten up the covers as much as possible before getting out of bed One trip around the bed. should be all that is necessary.
- Arrange furniture so it is possible to get at both sides of the
bed without moving it
- After laundering Sheets, fold them in half lengthwise. When changing the bed linens, place sheets and blankets on top of the bed first. Starting at the foot of the bed, straighten and tuck in all layers. Move to the head of bed and finish.
- Consider buying larger linens than your bed requires and simply fold the. extra .. length under the mattress.
- Sit down to change pillow cases.
- A lightweight comforter eliminates the need for numerous top-sheets, blankets, and heavy spreads.
- Casters on the bed make it easier to move the bed.
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