Caregiver Essentials

Caregiver Essential Supplies
  • FabLife Bath Sponge Fabrication Enterprises 45-2381

    Fabrication Enterprises

    FabLife Bath Hourglass Sponge Blue Foam, 22-1/2 Inch Plastic Handle

    The FabLife® Back Sponge Scrubber assists those with limited mobility to reach their backs and lower body. The scrubber has a 5 Inch hourglass sponge attached to a straight handle with a hole on the end of hanging up.5 Inch blue hourglass foam sponge 22½...

    $13.23
  • BIG Daddy Soft Stretcher Transfer Sheet Dick Medical Supply 30060OR

    Big D

    BIG Daddy Soft Stretcher Transfer Sheet Orange Large

    Manufactured from durable orange vinyl, the Big Daddy soft stretcher stands out with its robust construction, featuring reinforced black nylon strap handles for added strength. The rugged design doesn't compromise on comfort, as the vinyl handles ensure...

    $99.99
  • Adtemp Non-Contact Skin Surface Thermometer American Diagnostic Corp 429

    ADC

    Adtemp Non-Contact Thermometer Large Backlit Display 1 Second

    The Adtemp™ 429 Non-Contact Thermometer features an infrared sensor that reads temperature from the middle of the forehead with no skin contact required for a safe and comfortable experience that minimizes the risk of cross-contamination.Infrared sensor...

    $63.99
  • Veridian Non-Contact Skin Surface Thermometer Veridian Healthcare LLC 09-342

    Veridian

    Veridian Infrared Thermometer, Non-Contact Digital Talking Thermometer

    The Veridian Talking Ear & Forhead Infrared Thermometer provide quick temperature readings from the head or ear. This thermometer audibly notifies you of the results, which can also be easily seen on the backlit digital display. The Veridian Talking Ear...

    As low as $39.40
  • THERACARE Bathtub Mat Veridian Healthcare LLC 19-110

    THERACARE

    Veridian Theracare Non-Slip Bath Mat, Antifungal - 15 in x 27 in

    15 x 27 inch anti-slip bathtub and shower mat has a textured surface so the wet conditions of daily hygiene will not cause you to slip. The bottom of bath mat has suction denticles that adhere to bottom of bathtub or shower floor so bath mat will not...

    As low as $18.67
  • Perox-A-Mint Mouthwash Sage Products 6065

    Sage

    Perox-A-Mint Mouthwash, Mint Flavor, Peroxide Based, 1.5 oz

    Toothette® Perox-A-Mint® Solution helps clean the mouth and break down plaque-- it's ideal for use with Toothette® Swabs.Mint flavor keeps your mouth feeling fresh and clean 1.5 fl. oz. bottle with cap makes it easy for travel Contains 1.5% hydrogen...

    As low as $8.04
  • McKesson Aneroid Sphygmomanometer Unit McKesson Brand

    McKesson

    McKesson Navy Blue Small Arm Aneroid Sphygmomanometer Unit, 12-17 cm

    Precision crafted 300mmHg Japanese engineered manometer with classic black baked enamel finish Extended scaleplate graduation marks reduce parallax for easier viewing from virtually any angle Filter screen check and deflation valve reduce dust build-up...

    As low as $22.41
  • Sani-Cloth AF3 Surface Disinfectant Cleaner Professional Disposables P13872

    PDI

    Sani-Cloth AF3 Germicidal Disinfecting Wipes, 6 in x 6 3/4 in

    Effective against 45 microorganisms in 3 minutes. Protecting your staff and patients has never been easier! Alcohol and fragrance free formula is ideal for use around patients, residents and staff, especially those with respiratory sensitivities.6 Inches...

    As low as $14.85
Caregiver Essentials

There’s no manual for being a caregiver — at least not if you’re caring for someone close to you. Your needs as a caregiver will be as unique as the person you’re caring for and may vary from day to day. There are, however, some essential items that most caregivers should have on hand.


Everyday Items

You might not think of it as a caregiving tool, but your smartphone can literally be a lifesaver — just make sure that a charger is part of your kit. Other everyday items every carer should have are an address book or contact list with important numbers like healthcare providers and a pocket calendar or planner for writing down appointments.


Medication and Related Items

Keep a list of all medications your patient is taking so you have it handy for medical professionals. If the list is long, consider printing it out and keeping several copies on hand. A medication schedule/checklist can also be helpful, as can a pill organizer.


Everyday Items

You might not think of it as a caregiving tool, but your smartphone can literally be a lifesaver — just make sure that a charger is part of your kit. Other everyday items every carer should have are an address book or contact list with important numbers like healthcare providers and a pocket calendar or planner for writing down appointments.


Vitals Kit

While it might not be part of your routine, there may be situations where taking vitals might be helpful or even essential. Keeping the basics such as a thermometer, blood pressure monitor, stethoscope, and pulse oximeter in your medicine chest is a wise idea.
And, of course, if the person you’re caring for has diabetes, a glucose monitoring system is necessary. If your vitals kit includes a mercury thermometer, be sure to include a mercury spill kit in case of breakage.


Protective and Sanitizing Equipment

PPE, gowns, hand sanitizer, wipes — both disinfectant and personal care types — belong in every caregiver’s tool kit. Travel-sized bottles of hand sanitizer can be comfortably carried in a pocket or purse, or opt for a countertop pump bottle. If you are using sanitizer many times during the day, you might consider installing a refillable dispenser.


First Aid Kit

Every household should own a first aid kit. First aid kits typically contain antiseptic wipes, bandages and gauze pads, medical tape, antibiotic ointment, burn cream, eyewash, and other items you may need to treat minor wounds. Make sure you know where your first aid kit is located, and restock any items that get used.


Incontinence Products

While not every caregiver will need them, staying well-stocked is a must if you’re caring for someone who is incontinent or who has the occasional accident. So ensure that you have on hand not only their preferred product, such as disposable underwear, but also a change of clothes, bed protectors, and a change of bedding.


Rinse-Free Personal Care Items

Even if the person you’re caring for is capable of bathing, there may be days when they — or you — are simply not up to the task of a bath or a shower. On days like these, dry shampoos, leave-in conditioners, and rinse-free body wash are a great way to keep up with personal hygiene without the physical stress of getting into and out of the shower or tub.
Being a caregiver is rewarding but can be overwhelming, too. Having the right tools in your caregiving toolkit can reduce the stress involved in this challenging relationship. For all your caregiver essentials, visit SimplyMedical today.