Managing Limited Mobility: Ways to Improve Your Life

Whether you’ve just started managing limited mobility or have been doing it for a long time, limited mobility can cause some short-term and long-term challenges that can be difficult to confront. Thankfully more resources and research exist than ever to help individuals process through limited mobility as well as empower them to live lives that are as independent as possible. Here are a few ways that individuals cope with and manage their limited mobility.

Massage Therapy

Massage therapy can help loosen muscle tissue, relax you, and help increase blood flow. On a mental and emotional level, it can provide a peaceful space where you are not pressured to move. Sometimes it’s helpful to have a space where you can sit quietly and think. Working with a certified massage therapist or physical therapist can bring a world of good to you and help soothe chronic pain. It can also help soothe stress and anxiety that are often brought on with the frustrations of living with limited access to the things you once did.

Mobility Devices

Modern technology has given us several beneficial inventions that can increase the independence of those with limited mobility. Adult electric scooters, travel chairs, power lift chairs, and power recliner chairsare just a few options to help those with limited mobility maintain their everyday enjoyments and investments. Check out Pride Mobility to see a full range of resources that may be helpful for you or your loved ones.

Counseling

Counseling is a great opportunity for people of all experiences and walks of life. If you’re going through a sudden loss of mobility, it may be a jarring experience, even though it’s not a directly emotional experience. You may need to take some time to grieve the loss of aspects of your life you once had, and regain a sense of hope and purpose through the transition into a new way of doing things. A counselor can help you walk through the steps you need to have a healthy outlook again, as well as give you a space to grieve if necessary.

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Harlem Globetrotters St Louis Stop

We went to see the Harlem Globe Trotters last night at the Scott Trade center. We had 4 tickets so Brendan brought a friend along. We had pretty good seats and the kids were excited to be sitting where all of the guys came into the court.

They were fun and there was alot of action going on and they liked to play jokes.

The kids not only got to watch a game but it was also like watching a show. I would recommend you seeing a show in your area or the next time they come to St. Louis. We go every year and it never gets old.

Craft Activities For Your 7 Year Old

Have your seven-year-old ever told you that he or she is bored? Probably, too many times. If you are looking to entertain your seven-year-old, then crafts are one great option you may want to consider. By providing your child with craft materials and offering a little bit of guidance, you should be able to eliminate any boredom by keeping your seven-year-old busy.

Some of the basic materials that are needed with most craft projects include the following:

1) Colored pencils or crayons

2) Child safe scissors          

3) Glue stick or glue

4) Paper, preferably multicolored construction paper

Old magazines and junk mail can be used to create interesting craft projects. Other materials that would be ideal for your seven-year-old would be recycled items like toothpaste boxes, cereal boxes, plastic containers, or cardboard packaging. Other free materials can also be found in the yard such as rocks, small sticks, wildflowers, and leaves.

Make A Collage

You can help your child decide the theme of the project. For example, your child may want to make an animal, a famous cartoon character, or food. For these types of craft projects, a lot of glue would be needed. Search cereal boxes, magazines, or newspapers for pictures relating to the theme of the project. Your child can also cut various shapes around the picture like squares or circles. This is also a great time for your seven-year-old to learn about shapes.

Popsicle Sticks

Popsicle sticks are another cute craft that you can do with your child. You can purchase Popsicle sticks by visiting your local craft store. To make it more exciting, it is recommended that you purchase the multicolored sticks. Popsicle sticks can be used to make frames for old Christmas cards. They can also be used to create various shapes and images. Your seven-year-old can add a little glue and glitter to enhance the appearance of the Popsicle sticks. Popsicle sticks are also very easy to cut with a pair of shears, and this makes them very versatile.

If you are using wooden Popsicle sticks, you can assist your child with making some amazing picket fences or a welcome sign. You will probably have to cut the wooden sticks for your child. Rather than using glue and glitter, Popsicle sticks can also be painted a variety of different colors.

Seasonal Crafts

The seasons are often a fun and enjoyable time for children. For the spring, you can add tree leaves, images of bunnies, or flowers to any craft project. You can have your seven-year-old make a bug out of stone by simply painting the stone the color of a bug. For the summer, you can have your seven-year-old create colorful pinwheels made of construction paper and pencils, or you can use seashells that were collected while visiting the beach.

For Autumn or Thanksgiving, you can have your child make turkey or pumpkin designs. Your child can also make invitations to a Thanksgiving party by decorating the cards with images of turkeys and pumpkins. For winter or Christmas, a snowman, Santa Claus, or a Christmas tree can be added to the project. A variety of material such as paper plates, fabric, tissue paper or scraps can be use when making these items.

Overall, crafts are fun. It will not only occupy your child's time, but it will also eliminate boredom. Crafts can also be used as a great learning tool to teach your seven-year-old about shapes, colors, and objects.

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This guest contribution comes from the online fabric store, The Ribbon Retreat. They offer a variety of products such as bows, hardware, sequin and offray ribbon.