Simple solutions for everyday bedroom tasks
Elevate your bed
If your bed is too low to the floor (below knee height), try raising it using bed raisers, longer legs, or castors to make it easier to change the linen. If your bed is on castors, use your knee to move it out from the wall. If the bed does not have castors, you can also move it away from the wall permanently.
Changing the bed linen
Fold your sheets to spread them across the bed easily. A bench at the end of the bed allows blankets to be rolled up the bed. Instead of lifting the mattress, kneel beside the bed and slide your forearm underneath when tucking in sheets. Only tuck a flat sheet at the bottom of the bed to make it easier to get into bed.
Seeing at night
Plug a sensor night light in to guide you to and from the toilet. You can also leave the bathroom light on to help you see at night.
Sleeping
Try not to use ‘blue light’ devices like smartphones, tablets, or computers 1-2 hours before bed. Aim to go to bed and wake up at the same time every day to support your body’s natural sleep rhythm. Limit daytime naps to 20 minutes. If you wake up early, the ideal time for a nap is between 1pm and 1:30pm, while for late risers, it's between 2:30pm and 3pm.
