WALKING

  • Assist resident to sit on edge of bed.
  • Support for 10 to 15 seconds, check for dizziness.
  • Assist resident to put shoes or slippers.
  • Assist resident to stand on count of three.
  • Allow resident to gain balance. 6. Stand to side and slightly behind resident.

ASSIST WITH WALKER

  • Assist resident to sit on edge of bed.
  • Support for 10 to 15 seconds, check for dizziness.
  • Assist resident to put shoes or slippers.
  • Place walker in front of resident.
  • Brace leg of walker with your foot and place your hand on top of walker.
  • Assist resident to stand on count of three.
  • Stand to side and slightly behind resident.
  • Have resident move the walker forward 6 to 10 inches then step up to walker.