Other helpful routines include parking the car in the same basic location at the store on each visit and always returning items, such as car keys and eyeglasses, to the same place. Keep in mind the old adage 'a place for everything and everything in its place'. By eliminating physical clutter, you can avoid hours of searching for that 'lost' item. Use readily available office and closet organizers throughout the house. When you can't see into a container or drawer, it is very helpful to label it with a meaningful phrase or list, so you know the basic contents without having to search through it every time you look for something.
Memory aids can be particularly useful in organizing our daily lives and facilitating recall.
Dynamic Living offers numerous aids to meet a variety of needs. Some are designed for people who best respond to auditory cues like buzzers, music or taped messages. Other products serve as visual reminders. MotionPad - This unique warning device can be placed around the house to remind you of appointments or routine tasks. With recorded messages that play when someone walks by, you can be reminded to lock a door or remember a two o'clock appointment.