10.4.3.3: Living Room Cleaning Tasks
The living room is often a place family spends a great deal of time. It should always appear tidy and organized. Home Health Aides/Personal Care Aides can encourage the family to pick up after themselves by modeling this behavior.
Living room tasks :
- Pick up clutter as you see it and at least once per day. Encourage and teach family members to do the same.
- Pick up newspapers, magazines, books, and toys as needed and at least once per day.
- Organize items kept in the living room and store them in their appropriate places.
- Vacuum rugs at least once per week. If there is dirt or food crumbs on the floor, you may need to vacuum more frequently. Crumbs from food attract pests.
- Sweep tile or linoleum floors daily. Mop at least once per week and more if floors are dirty.Always ensure a floor is dry after mopping to prevent falls.
- Dust surfaces once per week or more as required. You can use disposable dust cloths, dusting spray, or rags to remove dust.
- Ensure there are no loose rugs and other trip hazards, such as cords, in order to prevent falls.
- Lamps and lighting sources should be checked for good use. Good lighting helps to prevent falls.