Our mission is to empower seniors with APRAXIA (ah-PRACKS-e-uh) to maintain their independence, dignity, and autonomy through free visual resources informed by dementia-care and cueing principles.
OUR IMPACT
10+
States We’re Present In
12+
Volunteers
15+
Senior-Living Communities Reached
Free Visual Guides for Everyday Activities
Our free posters break familiar daily activities into clear, illustrated steps. They are designed to provide visual cues, show what comes next, and support greater participation and independence.
Click on the Download Posters button below.
Why does ShoesOverSocks exist?
I founded ShoesOverSocks because seniors living with apraxia deserve support that protects both their dignity and independence. While volunteering at a local memory care community, I saw residents complete familiar dressing tasks in the wrong sequence, such as putting underwear over their pants or socks over their shoes. These experiences showed me that a person may understand the goal of an activity yet still struggle to organize and complete its steps in the correct order.
Rather than immediately completing the task for someone, we can provide appropriate guidance that helps them participate as independently as possible. ShoesOverSocks promotes this empowerment through step-by-step visual instructions, verbal guidance, and tangible cues designed to support daily routines, preserve autonomy, and reduce frustration and withdrawal.
Ready to make a difference?
We need volunteers, advocates, and all who are interested in supporting seniors. If you have design skills, medical expertise, or are interested in bringing us to your facility, we would love to hear from you.