28K views · 401 reactions | Learn the RIGHT way to use a gait belt for someone with dementia! ✨ This skill is a game-changer for safe transfers and walking assistance. Watch for tips to keep your loved one secure and safe.  #DementiaCare #CaregiverTips #GaitBelt #longtermcare #ltc #alzheimers #creativedementiacare #dementiatraining #caregiversupport #healthcare #dementia #familycaregiver #lewybodydementia #frontotemporaldementia #cna #alzheimersawareness | Joanna LaFleur | Facebook

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A gait/safety belt is one of the most important tools for safe mobility—but it’s not just about safety. It’s about preserving dignity and building trust with your person with dementia.In this video, I’ll walk you through exactly how to use a gait/safety belt with confidence and care—whether you’re helping with walking, standing, or transferring.Caregiver Tips: • Gently explain what you’re doing—your voice can calm and reassure. • Place the gait/safety belt snugly around the waist (not under the

Gait belt baby! I used to use this thing as a safety precaution for walking, now I use it to add an extra 35 pounds to my pull ups and dips!! Crazy how things change. Who knows maybe I’ll be wearing it as a fashion statement one day! 😁 I string the belt through and around the frame of my chair and then make sure it’s super tight around my waist. #wheelchairworkout #wheelchair #pullups #gym #workout #paralyzed | Mason Branstrator