[Blindtlk] Keeping House Independently
Mark H
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Thu Mar 17 03:29:25 UTC 2016
That should be Miles Kimble catalogue.
Sent from my iPhone
> On Mar 16, 2016, at 10:28 PM, Mark H via blindtlk <blindtlk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
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> Try the Carol Wright or Harriet Carter catalogues for those slippers. Mikes Kimble may also carry them.
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> Sent from my iPhone
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>> On Mar 16, 2016, at 10:23 PM, Ericka via blindtlk <blindtlk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
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>> Where did you see those slippers? Now that sounds like fun!
>>
>> Ericka Short
>> "What is right is not always popular; what is popular is not always right."
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>> from my iPhone
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>>> On Mar 16, 2016, at 11:51 AM, Judy Jones via blindtlk <blindtlk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
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>>> I have even seen micro-fiber slippers you can wear around to swipe up dirt when you are working in the kitchen.
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>>> -----Original Message-----
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>>> If you have allergies to microfiber cloth might be a better deal. Judy's right, lots of all-purpose cleaners are not good for wood or even fake wood. It can fade, warp or peel stuff off.
>>>
>>> Ericka Short
>>> "What is right is not always popular; what is popular is not always right."
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>>> from my iPhone
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>>>> On Mar 15, 2016, at 5:20 PM, Judy Jones via blindtlk <blindtlk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
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>>>> Not necessarily. Do you know what it is? You might want to check the back instructions and information. If it says good for wood, then you can. Otherwise, if you use the wrong cleaner, it can damage wood.
>>>>
>>>> Judy
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>>>> -----Original Message-----
>>>> From: blindtlk [mailto:blindtlk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of justin williams via blindtlk
>>>> Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2016 4:17 PM
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>>>> I've got some all purpose cleaner; si that going to work?
>>>> Justin
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>>>> -----Original Message-----
>>>> From: blindtlk [mailto:blindtlk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Judy Jones via blindtlk
>>>> Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2016 6:15 PM
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>>>> Cc: Judy Jones <Judy.Jones at icbvi.idaho.gov>
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>>>> The micro-fiber cloths are great, but not necessary. Buy some Pledge at the store. Get the kind for wood. You spray it on your wood. Get a dry cloth and wipe all wood surface until it dries. If your cloth gets too damp, get another. You spray just enough to lightly cover the wood surface. You will notice how nice and smooth your wood will feel.
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>>>> Judy
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>>>> -----Original Message-----
>>>> From: blindtlk [mailto:blindtlk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of justin williams via blindtlk
>>>> Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2016 4:03 PM
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>>>> I'm going to keep your advice in mind Judy; it is very good. How best to clean wooden shelves?
>>>> Should I use a damp cloth or not after spraying them down?
>>>> Also, do any of you use the microfiber cloths?
>>>> Justin
>>>>
>>>> -----Original Message-----
>>>> From: blindtlk [mailto:blindtlk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Judy Jones via blindtlk
>>>> Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2016 2:19 PM
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>>>> Cc: Judy Jones <Judy.Jones at icbvi.idaho.gov>
>>>> Subject: Re: [Blindtlk] Keeping House Independently
>>>>
>>>> Hi,
>>>>
>>>> I have never had someone coming in to keep house, have been trained from the git-go to keep house independently, and unless you have any physical disabilities that don't allow you to bend, stretch or climb a ladder when need be, there is no reason you can't keep house independently.
>>>>
>>>> I remember growing up and my mom saying, if you're not sure it's clean, clean it. It's all a matter of regularly policing your house, policing your yard to make sure everything is tidy and in its place. A sighted person can glance around to see what is needing done. We can't. The tasks can go amazingly quickly if done regularly.
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>>>> If you do your cleaning on a regular basis, you shouldn't have any problems. You can feel dust and do it once a week, unless doors and windows are open, then you may need to do it more often.
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>>>> Bathrooms and kitchens a wipe-down every day. Toilet, tub, and shower cleaning weekly, wiping the outside surfaces every day. And clean kitchen, everything and wipe as you cook. Don't forget the backsplashes of sinks. Wipe down the stove hood. Wipe finger print areas near door knobs and light switches. We can't see those but they gather smudges.
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>>>> One area I always manage to forget unless I reach up there is the top of the fridge. My mom was sighted, but she was the same way, would not think of it unless she had occasion to reach up there.
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>>>> Windows and glass clean weekly. Dust sills and any edges, only takes a few seconds. Don't forget any mirrors or the TV screen.
>>>>
>>>> Vacuuming. I used to have a guide dog, my husband, too, and should do this every other day to keep the hair down. Use the cane to check under furniture for toys, socks, whatever, then either vacuum underneath or move furniture out and vacuum behind. I recommend maybe once a month for moving furniture out, but others may think differently. When doing the floor, work in a grid pattern. In a large room, do one area, then overlap into the next area working back and forth slowly. If your pattern does not reach the middle of the room because the room is too big, think of the middle as an area of its own. In smaller rooms, you can also criss-cross where, you've done to be sure you have covered everything.
>>>>
>>>> Maybe my lack of using it, but I have not found the Swiffer to be a great tool. Yes, it picks up, but I have a hard time telling how much. Maybe it's my inability to use a Swiffer very well, but I prefer the good old vacuum to do the best job. Make sure you give extra attention to perimeters, corners and under furniture.
>>>>
>>>> When using a broom, sweep toward the edge of a porch, or to an area where you can pick up the dirt. Since I use the vacuum in house, I use the broom for the patio and porch.
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>>>> Also, one thing we don't see is wals and ceiling corners. Make sure to go over those with your vacuum extension when you do your main vacuuming. Someone from Service Master told me once, that all walls need is to be swiped with a damp rag or mop to keep them clean, just using a little dish soap in the water, the way we would clean our countertops. Make sure rag is not bordering on drippy, because don't want to ruin the paint job.
>>>>
>>>> Here is a link to a wonderful cleaning site that helps organize cleaning, and I love it. Lots of good ideas, forums, e-mails and some products. And they really encourage us not to get overwhelmed with what needs doing. Don't think you have to do everything at once, but start bit by bit doing small things consistently, and add to them as you get used to your routine.
>>>>
>>>> http://www.flylady.net/
>>>>
>>>> You can organize your cleaning chores in your calendar.
>>>>
>>>> Oh, another thing, every week maybe, check to see that your light bulbs are functioning, especially for the benefit of sighted guests. Any sighted person in the home will notify us if a light is out, but we have to check regularly if no one sighted is available. This goes for porch lights, too. My husband and I use a light probe. And when I'm ready to check, I'll turn on the lights for a few minutes, then off, then replace the bulbs that are out. Hot bulbs are working, cool ones are dead.
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>>>> I am short, so don't know what I would do without my step ladders. A 3 foot one, and a six foot one. Don't be afraid to get up on that ladder, or get down on your hands and knees, whatever it takes to check and/or clean areas.
>>>>
>>>> Hope some of this helps, and let us know if you have any other questions, always glad to help.
>>>>
>>>> Judy
>>>>
>>>> -----Original Message-----
>>>> From: blindtlk [mailto:blindtlk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Christine Olivares via blindtlk
>>>> Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2016 10:49 AM
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>>>> Subject: [Blindtlk] Keeping House Independently
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>>>> Hello everyone,
>>>> I just wanted to get your opinion about keeping house independently. I used to have someone come in once a month just to help with things I may have missed, but I am debating whether to do this still or not. I did get some rehab training with cleaning, but I am not the best at it. My main hangup is using a broom, as I just can’t figure out how it is done. I just invested in a Swiffer so I hope that helps.
>>>>
>>>> I was wondering if you keep house independently, or if you have someone sighted come in once in a while to make sure things are kept nicely and are not dirty. Thanks so much for your thoughts.
>>>>
>>>> Christine
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