When you're looking for a fresh start, you don't need a lot of possessions tying you down. Chances are you won't be able to carry them where you're going, anyway. Try to make a list of the few things you can't live without. You probably won't come up with many of them, which will free you to sell off what you don't need. Leave personal identifiers like family photos at home. If you have to bring along mementos, keep them well-hidden and locked up so no one can use them to identify you. Consider getting rid of your vehicle if you own one. A car is a good way to put distance between you and your past life, but it is identifiable. Sell it, donate it, or leave it behind if you decide you can't use it where you're going. For bonus points, delete everything on your accounts, then have your accounts deactivated. When you're posting status updates or tweeting out what you ate for lunch, you're leaving a trail. Deleting your accounts can help take away the temptation of getting back online. Doing this takes preparation and can be very difficult in today's world. Leave your phone and computer at home, since they are often easy to track by eagle-eyed investigators. If you're stressed about your online information, revealing photos, or Internet harassment, try doing an online-only disappearance. Use the Internet and social media a little less every day. This might make you feel better without having to leave behind the rest of your life. Computers store everything from your last Internet search to your most recent downloads. Chances are you have a lot of important information there that could give away your plans. For the sake of privacy, delete relevant files on your device. Also, use the "clear history" button on your browser's taskbar to erase your data. Search through your files, such as the "Downloads" folder, for anything you wish to hide. Even if your device is password-protected, it still isn't safe from prying eyes. Be cautious when using a public computer, such as a library. Nothing is private, and you can't log into any personal accounts without running the risk of being caught. Use your new persona while you're away so no one recognizes you. Try to come up with something that is different from your actual identity but doesn't stand out much. Take some time to go over your story a few times to lock down the details. If your story has holes in it, people may notice and get suspicious. Usually, the easiest way to do this is by choosing a different name. This isn't a legal change unless you get it changed in court. Keep in mind that technology makes it impossible to completely hide your past. For example, you could say your name is Tom and you're out in California for school or vacation. If you say you're there as an architect, people might start asking you questions. Be vague and keep your story consistent. Get rid of the plastic, since it's the easiest way to track someone down. Close your credit cards so you aren't tempted to use them, then put away your bank cards. You can't rely on them anymore. Even that card to your favorite store could be the lead someone needs to find out where you have been. Get rid of what you no longer need. Sometimes getting rid of the excess is enough to make you feel refreshed. If you truly intend on hiding out from everyone, leave behind anything with your name on it.
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One-sentence summary -- Get rid of possessions you can't carry with you. Log off from all of your social media accounts. Clear the search information on your computer and phone. Give yourself a new name and background story. Throw away credit cards and anything else with your name on it.

When you are taking care of a bedridden individual, make sure you move the body every two hours. You don't have to move him to another room or piece of furniture, but the position should be different enough that the same area of the body is not under pressure. For example, turn the patient from the right side to the left. You can also use a pillow to prop him up. If you are stuck in bed yourself, you can invest in a trapeze bar and reposition yourself. This only works if you are physically strong enough to use such a device. If the patient has certain kinds of injuries, such as those to the spinal cord, make sure he is moved in such a way as to not cause more injury. One way that bed sores develop is through pressure on the skin due to sliding. The patient may lose traction when she is elevated, which causes the bedding and the skin to move in opposite directions. For example, the skin of the tailbone may stay in place while the body slides down the bed. The pressure on the skin can cause bed sores over time. When lying down, make sure the bed is not elevated more than 30 degrees as to avoid sliding and friction. If the patient can sit all the way up, this will more than likely not occur. There are special mattresses on the market that can reduce the amount of pressure put on the body. This will help the patient avoid having any one area as a focus of pressure. You can also buy a air-filled or water filled mattress to help reduce the pressure on the patient's body. Look for these at a medical supply store so you can purchase a medical-grade mattress for this purpose. If you are unsure on which to buy, ask your doctor for recommendations for the particular situation. You can also use a mattress pad or cushions to help protect the bony areas of the patient. Malnutrition can contribute to the development of bed sores. This can develop especially quickly in patient's who are unable to take sufficient calories orally and/or willingly. Make sure the patient eats balanced meals of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean meats. Make sure you check the dietary restriction of any patient you deal with. Each patient is assessed individually for his specific nutritional needs. To keep the skin of the patient healthy, make sure that she stays hydrated. If you are not sure how much water she should have, ask the doctor to advise you based on the patient's specific needs. Different illnesses and conditions require different hydration needs. You can also use juice to stay hydrated and keep up nutrition as well. Bed sores happen over a period of time. Early signs can include: non-blanching erythema or a purple or maroon localized area of discolored, intact skin, which may be painful, firm, mushy, boggy, or a different temperature than adjacent tissue. This indicates early stage of tissue damage or probable wound formation.
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One-sentence summary --
Keep turning the body. Cut down on shear. Buy a special mattress. Provide proper nutrition. Stay hydrated. Identify early signs of bed sores.