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Personal Preferences and Comfort Checklist For Seniors

Understanding and respecting personal preferences is essential in providing compassionate care for aging parents.

This Personal Preferences and Comfort Checklist helps caregivers keep track of daily routines, comfort needs, and personal preferences to ensure a caring, familiar, and enjoyable environment. Use this checklist to personalize caregiving and enhance your loved one’s quality of life.

  • Preferred wake-up and bedtime.
  • Meal times and favorite snacks or beverages.
  • Medication schedule and any preferred methods of assistance.
  • Routine for physical activities (walks, exercises).
  • Daily quiet or relaxation time.

  • Preferred shower/bath times and frequency.
  • Favorite toiletries (shampoo, soap, lotion, etc.).
  • Grooming routine (hair, shaving, nail care).
  • Preferred clothing style (casual, formal, specific colors).
  • Specific grooming preferences (e.g., certain comb or brush).

  • Favorite meals, snacks, and beverages.
  • Any food allergies or dietary restrictions.
  • Preferences for meal preparation (low salt, low sugar).
  • Foods they avoid or dislike.
  • Preferences for dining environment (quiet, music, specific location).

  • Preferred room temperature and lighting.
  • Favorite chair or seating arrangement.
  • Bedding preferences (firmness, specific blankets or pillows).
  • Room setup or organization for easy access to personal items.
  • Fragrance preferences (scented candles, essential oils, or fragrance-free).

  • Preferred level of social interaction (frequency of visits or calls).
  • Hobbies and activities they enjoy (puzzles, reading, gardening).
  • Spiritual or religious practices (prayer times, meditation).
  • Favorite entertainment (TV shows, movies, music genres).
  • Social groups, clubs, or organizations they’d like to stay connected with.

  • Preferred mobility aids (cane, walker, wheelchair).
  • Comfortable footwear and clothing for ease of movement.
  • Support for specific physical needs (arthritis gloves, heating pads).
  • Positioning preferences for long periods (seating or lying down).
  • Assistance level they feel comfortable with for physical activities.

  • Preferred ways to communicate (face-to-face, phone, video calls).
  • Topics or memories they enjoy discussing.
  • Family and friends they wish to stay in regular contact with.
  • Comforting words, phrases, or activities during difficult moments.
  • Any particular traditions or values they’d like to maintain.

  • Special items or heirlooms they want to keep close.
  • Personal mementos with emotional significance.
  • Preferences for documenting family history or sharing stories.
  • Important traditions or customs they’d like to pass on.
  • Wishes regarding family photographs or memorabilia.

  • Preferences for comfort care during illness or end of life.
  • Spiritual or cultural practices they’d like honored.
  • Preferred music, readings, or activities for comfort.
  • Personal wishes about their care environment (home, hospice).
  • Any specific requests or instructions for family members.

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