Elderly Clothing
Regular clothes are difficult and frustrating for many people who have trouble lifting their arms or bending down. This is especially troubling in our later years, when Arthritis or Alzheimer's may cause real difficulties. Specialty elderly clothing is sometimes required.
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The Problem
When a loved one has trouble raising their arms to put on a shirt, or bending over to put on a pair of pants or a skirt, it can be a little worrying. You try to get by with looser clothing for a while, but after some time it may become too painful or frustrating to continue. You might try to alter regular outfits to make them easier to put on. Some days it's just too much, especially when a robe and nightwear seems to do.
Fortunately, Silvert's elderly clothing is here to help. This very special line of clothes is designed specifically for elder needs, and to ease the pain of dressing.
Elderly Clothing Helps
A wardrobe designed especially for these problems makes all the difference. Instead of painfully twisting arms into shirts and dresses, try special open back outfits. These items are simply held by the caregiver, and stepped into. The caregiver then fastens the outfit at each shoulder, ensuring dignity and relief from painful dressing. Most open back clothes easily slip on even if the person is sitting or lying down.
Clothing for elderly people is loose and free-flowing. It allows for easy movement, and should never cause friction sores or bruises. It is made of soft, smooth material that stretches just a little. The proper material helps give warmth while not being bulky or restrictive. If there is the need, it has extra room with easy access for sanitary requirements.
Velcro and dome ("push-button") closures are especially useful for those who have arthritis or other dexterity problems. Velcro is also very helpful on shoes, where widths sometimes need to be adjusted several times over the course of the day to accommodate swelling. Shoes with non-slip soles also help prevent falls.
Importantly, elderly clothing stands up to frequent heavy duty laundering. Wrinkle resistant fabric almost never needs ironing, and the garments keep their original shape.
In addition to reducing pain and frustration, elderly apparel should also provide dignity. It always stays fastened, and covers what the wearer wants covered. Patterns help disguise stains, and cheerful colors and prints lift the spirits and create a better sense of well-being. Specialty clothing for elderly care fits well and looks stylish.
Ordering Elderly Clothes
Quality elder care clothes can be easily ordered from Silvert's elderly clothing. Browse for specialty clothes today by following the links below, or order a free print catalog. Silvert's wide selection is very reasonably priced to fit almost any budget.