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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nIf your elderly loved one doesn\u2019t already do this, you should make sure they are regularly washing their hands. Viruses thrive on hands, so it is important to encourage regular hand washing in your elderly loved one. If they aren\u2019t capable of doing it on their own, make sure they are soaping up and washing their hands for a minimum of 20 seconds. They should wash their hands every time they go to the bathroom, before and after meals, and after they have been in public.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
No Face Touching<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n You should also help your elderly loved one to not touch their face. This can be one of the more difficult things to do as many people touch their face out of habit. However, since the germs of a common cold thrive on hands, if your elderly loved one touches their face, they could spread the germs. This could increase the risk of getting a cold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Using Disposable Items in the House<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n If there are multiple people living in the home, it is recommended that disposable items are used. This includes things such as plates, cups, and utensils. These are quite inexpensive and can help to prevent the spread of germs throughout the home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n