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Moved mom into new AL, hot/cold faucets in shower are backwards. They made a sign to remind her. Am I overreacting?
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disgustedtoo
Replied Oct 2019
How can we keep Mom from getting out of bed?
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littlemisskitty
Answered Oct 2017
Husband keeps trying to rise from wheelchair and argues when told he can't do it without help. Any ideas?
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ACaringDaughter
Answered May 2021
Mom keeps falling. What can I do or how do I come to terms with this?
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Aleta1961
Replied Dec 2020
Bed falls. Any advice?
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Lizhappens
Answered Jan 2023
Mom has agreed she needs more than a walking cane. Suggestions? Walker with wheels? No wheels? Rollator? UpWalker? Advice welcomed.
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grimmy236
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If an elder patient with mobility issues wants to shower, after being warned of the dangers, falls, and gets injured, who is liable? Caregiver or patient?
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Evamar
Answered Jul 2022
My father fell last night. He is in a nursing home. Should someone from staff have been there to keep him from falling?
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Llamalover47
Answered Feb 2018
Who can you call to get up after a fall at home?
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whaleyf
Answered Jan 2018
Is it legal for a nursing home to request that the family pay for a special mattress prescribed by the doctor?
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SeniorsHelp
Answered Jun 2021
I'd like some more ideas to prevent Mom from falling and getting hurt in nursing home.
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Cheerio314
Answered Feb 2018
If you are walking with an unsteady patient, how can you best prevent a fall?
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GraceLPC
Answered Dec 2018
Any ideas on how I can get my husband to use his walker?
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Fawnby
Answered Sep 2022
My 91-yr-old sister fell out of her MC unit bed when trying to get to the bathroom. I am seeking advice on how to keep her safe?
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Horseshoemama6
Answered Mar 2023
How do I permanently keep my mom in a nursing facility for her safety?
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TouchMatters
Answered Nov 19, 2023
Any technology solutions that encourage a relative to use a walker to help prevent falls?
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MomsBrain
Replied Apr 2023
Fall risk, won’t listen... Any suggestions on how to keep him from getting up?
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jjariz
Answered May 2018
FIL has fallen about 4 times since December. He said his legs and feet just give out. What can we do?
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RayLinStephens
Answered Jan 2018
How can I modify my husband's bed to prevent him from rolling out?
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Paminky
Answered Oct 2020
Is being admitted to the hospital a requirement for long-term placement from the ER?
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BlueEyedGirl94
Answered Apr 2023
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