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Is there a service in NYC to help elderly people get up the stairs to their apartments?
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JoAnn29
Answered Oct 27, 2023
Any tips for keeping mom safe at night?
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terisly
Answered Oct 24, 2023
Are side rails allowed in a long term care facility in NJ?
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janicemeyer18
Answered Oct 23, 2023
Helping mom adjust to assisted living/memory care.
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Msblcb
Answered Oct 15, 2023
I have done some research and if I'm correct, Medicare does not pay for assisted living. Is this correct?
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faithfulbeauty
Replied Oct 14, 2023
What should I do? My frail 95 year old dad in home hospice refuses our assistance, the bed rail or an alarm device at night when toileting.
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Taarna
Answered Oct 7, 2023
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Mom is 83 yr.'s old and is in rehab for a broken femur; this isn't her 1st fall and break. We want her in AL but is very strong-headed and refuses.
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Beatty
Replied Oct 4, 2023
They won't release mom from nursing home unless ramp in place.
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JoAnn29
Answered Oct 2, 2023
Mom refuses in home help.
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againx100
Answered Sep 24, 2023
Should I help my elderly dad with a melanoma brain tumor with something? That makes me feel uncomfortable, and maybe unsafe for him.
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Isthisrealyreal
Answered Sep 24, 2023
Wife is in memory care facility, and she has gotten out of bed during the night and has fallen several times. Any suggestions?
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JoAnn29
Answered Sep 3, 2023
How can I keep mom in bed?
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sp196902
Replied Aug 28, 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
Replied Aug 10, 2023
Are there certain shoes that would prevent a person from falling backwards such as wedges (a built up heel)?
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barbmp39
Answered Aug 3, 2023
My 84 year old husband with Alzheimer's.
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Fawnby
Answered Jul 24, 2023
Any advice on moving elderly parents into AL?
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ventingisback
Replied Jul 22, 2023
What creative ways have you found to provide 24 hour care for a person with dementia and mobility issues?
18 Answers
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Sharon25
Answered Jul 7, 2023
Buying a Hi-Lo bed.
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Questor
Replied Jun 21, 2023
How do I get help for my husband who has cerebral palsy?
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Igloocar
Replied Jun 18, 2023
How do I convince my husband to use incontinence briefs at night?
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cwillie
Answered May 29, 2023
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