Dust and dirt can be damaging to the health of our patients. We can help by vacuuming or sweeping the floors, dusting, taking out the trash, etc. While these are all light housekeeping tasks, they can still be dangerous for patients with limited mobility. Slips and falls when cleaning are a common problem for elderly patients.
Likewise, daily tasks like tidying up might seem simple but can be deadly for someone with limited mobility. Any items left on the floor pose a tripping hazard; however, picking up items can often be dangerous as it requires a lot of bending