Organization Hacks for Caregivers Traveling During the Holidays

Caregivers deal with an exhausting amount of stress on an ordinary day. Traveling to see family during the holidays adds more obstacles when it comes to taking care of loved ones. Unexpected variables can lead to even greater emotional distress.

A few organizational skills go a long way in reducing holiday chaos. Labeling, taking inventory, daily routines, collaborating with trusted friends or family members, and emergency preparedness help ensure that your loved one receives the best possible care during the most wonderful (and stressful) time of the year.

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1. Introduction
2. Labeling and Storage Solutions
3. Tracking Supply Levels and Schedules
4. Preparing for Emergencies
5. Streamlining Caregiver Workflows
6. Conclusion

For many people, the holidays mean traveling to visit family. Adding vacation stress to an already hectic schedule can take a toll on a caregiver’s physical and mental health.

Organization strategies and structured systems play a significant role in saving time and reducing caregiver stress.

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Home supply organization is a game-changer. Storage bins keep medical supplies in a convenient and compact space. Supply labeling systems help prevent mix-ups and inventory shortages.

Vitality Medical offers both single-and bulk-packaging options for incontinence products and other frequently used supplies. Ordering in bulk condenses storage space, saves money, and provides peace of mind.

Supply level monitoring and refill schedule planning can help alleviate some of the stress and grant some peace of mind. Fortunately, in the age of smartphones and apps, it has never been easier for caregivers to track medical supply inventory and set digital restocking reminders. Often, pharmacies will automatically refill prescriptions, but that’s not the case with products that aren’t medication.

Many of Vitality Medical’s products have a subscription option. Whether you need to restock weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, bi-monthly, semi-annually, or annually, you can choose the delivery interval that best suits your needs. Simply select the autoship options and frequency in your shopping cart before you check out.

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Even with scheduled deliveries, several unexpected incidents can delay your receipt of essential equipment. You can’t predict shipping delays, national shortages, product damage, or cancelled flights that may prevent you from accessing your home supply.

Caregiver emergency supply kits are easy to pack in suitcases while you are traveling. If you are driving to visit family, always bring backup mobility aids in case a component of your equipment breaks or you accidentally leave something at a hotel or a relative’s house. It’s also a good idea to pack other extra supplies, such as adult diapers or a spare set of clothes, in case of an overnight incontinence emergency.

Most supplies Vitality Medical offers have a 1 to 3-day delivery time in case caregivers need urgent supply replacements.

With the holidays right around the corner, life can become a bit more hectic than usual. The good news: you don’t have to shoulder all of the caregiving weight by yourself. Whenever possible, try sharing the load with friends and family.

Shared caregiver scheduling kills two birds with one stone. Your loved one can receive the attention they need, and you can run the many errands associated with this time of year.

Many hands make light work, and many eyes keep supplies in stock. Ordering products in bulk can ensure families have essential items on hand.

Organize a system of supply management teamwork. Designate someone to watch over inventory. Take advantage of Vitality Medical’s bulk order and autoshipment programs.

If your loved one changes caregiver locations throughout the day, consider organizing boxes of extra supplies for their other caregivers’ homes in case of an emergency.

The holidays mean spending more time with family, traveling, last-minute shopping, and more social gatherings than almost any other time of the year. These few months are stressful for everyone, but especially for caregivers.

Organized routines and proper planning are keys to reducing your caregiver workload, minimizing stress, and improving the quality of care you’re able to give your loved one. Some of these methods include: labeled storage bins, autoshipments, digital refill reminders, overstocking in case of emergencies, and working with others to ensure adequate care.

Vitality Medical is here to help. We offer autoshipment plans, medical supplies, blog posts, and a helpful customer service team. Call us with any questions or for assistance with orders.