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If your using pull ups maybe some powder would help. Like said, on pullups the sides rip so easier to get off. There is also a video showing you how to put them on without taking you slacks off.
I am hoping the briefs (aka "diaper" I am not a fan of that term used for adult incontinence wear) you are having problems changing are not your own but someone you care for. But let's start from the beginning. If they are yours... You do not have to pull them down. You can rip them at the side. Pulling them up, there are tools that you can use that will help you pull up briefs, pants. Do a Google search for "device to help pull up pants" There are several types. One of the simple ways if you are mobile is to sit on the toilet and place the brief on the floor, put your feet in and then begin pulling them up. When you stand you can pull them the rest of the way up.
If they are someone you are caring for. If the person is mobile the suggestion above would work. If the person is not mobile using Tab Type briefs might be easier. there are videos on YouTube that can show you several ways. Unfortunately this is one of the issues that is the proverbial straw that breaks the camels back. Some people for a variety of reasons can not manage hygiene at home when caring for a loved one. So the decision is to either hire a caregiver or place the person in a facility that can manage their care. That could be any level of care from Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing. I found that the more you change briefs the better you get at it. I went from a "newbie" to being able to change my Husbands briefs while he was in bed just using a nightlight so he would not fully awaken. Trust me they all did not look "pretty or perfect" but for the most part they did the job.
Bottom line sometimes hiring a caregiver is the best way to go. There are many tasks a caregiver can do that will take some of the day to day burden off you. When you do hire a caregiver be clear about what you want, what you need.
If you can't pull up or down your own diaper, that must mean that you have trouble dressing yourself as well, so it may just be time to get yourself placed in the appropriate facility where they will not only change your diaper every few hours but will help you all the other ADL's you're having trouble with as well. Because like said below by cwillie, no agency will send out someone just to change your diaper when needed. You will either have to hire aides to come at least twice a day(probably more) for 4 hour shifts each if you're wanting to remain in your home.
No one is going to come into your home several times a day just to change incontinence wear. If that's a bridge too far it's time to consider placement, if it's because you are having physical difficulty try watching some videos on techniques (try searching youtube for "changing adult diaper skills") or give us the details and we'll try to help.
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I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
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You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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But let's start from the beginning. If they are yours...
You do not have to pull them down. You can rip them at the side.
Pulling them up, there are tools that you can use that will help you pull up briefs, pants. Do a Google search for "device to help pull up pants" There are several types.
One of the simple ways if you are mobile is to sit on the toilet and place the brief on the floor, put your feet in and then begin pulling them up. When you stand you can pull them the rest of the way up.
If they are someone you are caring for.
If the person is mobile the suggestion above would work.
If the person is not mobile using Tab Type briefs might be easier.
there are videos on YouTube that can show you several ways.
Unfortunately this is one of the issues that is the proverbial straw that breaks the camels back. Some people for a variety of reasons can not manage hygiene at home when caring for a loved one. So the decision is to either hire a caregiver or place the person in a facility that can manage their care. That could be any level of care from Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing.
I found that the more you change briefs the better you get at it. I went from a "newbie" to being able to change my Husbands briefs while he was in bed just using a nightlight so he would not fully awaken.
Trust me they all did not look "pretty or perfect" but for the most part they did the job.
Bottom line sometimes hiring a caregiver is the best way to go. There are many tasks a caregiver can do that will take some of the day to day burden off you. When you do hire a caregiver be clear about what you want, what you need.
Because like said below by cwillie, no agency will send out someone just to change your diaper when needed. You will either have to hire aides to come at least twice a day(probably more) for 4 hour shifts each if you're wanting to remain in your home.