Planning an Adaptive Wardrobe for Care Homes
Planning a care-home wardrobe means balancing resident choice with fit, dressing assistance and laundry. Use a consistent checklist for each person rather than stocking the same garments for everyone.
Record the resident’s preferences
Ask about familiar colours, fabrics and styles. Record the amount of dressing help needed, measurements and any instructions from the care team.
Choose by the task
Independent dressing and assisted dressing need different access arrangements. Confirm opening position and fastening, and check fit while seated where relevant.
Plan daywear and nightwear separately
Think about warmth, personal-care access and the frequency of changes. An all-in-one may be considered for a particular care need, but its access and use should be agreed individually.
Build a laundry rotation
Choose enough spare items for the routine and follow each care label. Label clothing appropriately and inspect fastenings and seams when items return from laundry.
Order from current information
Check live sizes, prices, delivery information and VAT guidance. Ask Medoris about quantities and any special requests rather than assuming a bulk discount, stock reservation or shipping arrangement.
Review before repeating an order
Needs and preferences can change. Confirm the first garment is suitable before ordering several, and update the wardrobe record when fit or assistance changes.
Explore relevant care products
Check the clothing size guide before ordering. Contact Medoris for help with product specifications.
Related guides
- Assisted Dressing: A Practical Guide for Carers
- Choosing Adult Bibs for Care Homes
- An Adaptive Wardrobe Checklist: Daywear and Nightwear
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Updated 12 October 2026.