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Hygiene Assistance

Getting By with a Little Help: Hygiene Assistance at Orion Homes

For many people, activities of daily living that involve personal hygiene and grooming feel simple and straightforward. However, for those with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities that impact mobility and range of motion, these tasks can become difficult or impossible without assistance. At Orion Homes, Arizona’s leading behavioral health residential provider, we recognize that everyone deserves to feel comfortable, confident, and cared for each day. That’s why our homes provide 24/7 hygiene assistance for residents.

What Hygiene Help Entails

Depending on individual needs and abilities, our caring staff can provide aid with:

  • Bathing and showering

  • Hair washing, drying, brushing and styling

  • Oral care, including brushing teeth and denture cleaning

  • Shaving and beard trimming

  • Applying lotions, powders, deodorant and fragrances

  • Filing and trimming fingernails and toenails

  • Changing adult briefs or helping with the toilet

  • Dressing and putting on shoes and socks

We focus on respecting privacy and dignity while ensuring folks stay fresh and clean. We aim to help residents maintain their personal hygiene routines as independently as possible while lending an empathetic hand when required.

Frequently Asked Questions

When initially looking into our behavioral health residential homes, families often have questions about personal care assistance. Here are answers to some common inquiries:

How often can my loved one receive help with bathing or other hygiene tasks?

Our residents can receive hands-on support with hygiene daily if needed. Care plans are tailored to the individual. Some may only require a few reminders or checks, while others need full assistance.


What if my family member refuses hygiene help or struggles with self-care?

We utilize positive reinforcement and a therapeutic approach to encourage participation in personal care. However, we do not force activities on unwilling residents. Our counselors explore reasons for resistance and work to build trust and cooperation over time.


Will hygiene assistance be sensitive to cultural factors?

Absolutely. Our diverse and experienced staff respect different cultural norms, modesty considerations, grooming preferences, and more while providing care. Input from residents and families helps shape suitable, sensitive assistance.


How can I be assured proper precautions are taken for hygiene help?

Staff utilize infection control procedures and protective equipment when providing personal care. Homes are cleaned professionally. Any health concerns are communicated promptly between care teams to enable quick, coordinated support.


Do staff helping with hygiene have specialized training?

Yes. All caregivers are trained in empathy, privacy, respect, communication approaches, and hands-on caretaking skills. Staff are vetted through intensive screening and supervision.

Reach Out for More Details

If you have additional questions about Orion’s hygiene assistance services, don’t hesitate to contact us. Our admissions coordinators welcome inquiries from families and health providers seeking responsive, dignified care. Reach out today to learn more about our behavioral health homes.