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I use a liquid body wash that does not need rinsing. The one used by NASA. Should I be getting a shower chair and using my walkin shower?
Carol Bradley Bursack, Mar 26, 2010
Over the span of two decades author, columnist and speaker Carol Bradley Bursack cared for a neighbor and six elderly family members. Because of this experience, Bradley Bursack created a portable support group, the book "Minding Our Elders: Caregivers Share Their Personal Stories."
You are doing very well. If he will shower, a shower chair and walk-in shower may be easier on both of you. I'd say, if possible, you could alternate the two. If he is frightened of the shower, you could check with a doctor, but it sounds like you are doing well.Carol
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JulieQ
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Sep 9, 2010
I would try to give him a shower at least twice a month, if possible. If he is willing, that makes it all the easier. Make sure the stream of water isn't too harsh for his skin. My mother complained about that. If need be, you can always fill up a pan and wash from there. I think they just feel better and sleep better when they have a nice shower. You can also inspect his body for any sores or pressure points you may miss with just sponge bathing.If money isn't an issue, having a CNA come in to do hiw bath is worth the money. Usually, they charge less than $25.
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195Austin
Mar 26, 2010
It sounds like you are doing great a bed bath is ok as lonf as they are clean and you use a lotion for dry skin and keep presure off boney areas.
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