How much help should I give with getting dressed? Choosing clothing that supports what they can do on their own.

When you see the person you're caring for struggling, you might think, "Maybe I should do it for them." That feeling stems from kindness and concern for them. On the other hand, in caregiving, it's also considered important to allow the person to continue doing what they are able to do as much as possible.

Cherishing small "achievements"

Even if they need assistance with most of getting dressed, they might be able to fasten the last button themselves. Today it was the button, next time it's putting their arms through the sleeves—accumulating these small "can-dos" can sometimes lead to the next step.

Clothing is also one of the environments that supports what we can do.

Clothing that opens in the front, has large buttons, is made of stretchy material, and allows for easy dressing without requiring significant physical movement can help individuals continue to do things they can do themselves.

Caregiving isn't about doing everything for the person you're caring for. It's also important to believe in their own strengths, provide support only where needed, and work together to create a daily life that is uniquely theirs.