Keep all medication clearly labeled and in a safe place away from your patient.

Mark off the days of the calendar so that you can help your patient to keep track of time.

Label photographs for your patient of people, places, and things that hold a special meaning to them.

Label simple household items for easy recognition, such as the contents of cupboards and drawers.

Organize drawers and closets for your patient so that it is easy for them to find things.

If your patient is still quite active, post labels which have reminders to lock the doors and turn off appliances.

Arrange for someone to lend a helping hand when it comes to some of the basic household chores such as buying groceries.

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