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Poor Hygiene
Poor Hygiene in the Elderly
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My very stubborn hubby won't take off urine soaked clothing. Any advice?
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Dad_Was_Robbed
Answered Dec 2017
Is my mother's unkempt look and bad hygiene a reflection on me?
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DiannaP
Answered Sep 2019
Need help telling mother in law she smells and needs to take a shower. Any ideas?
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MamaChar
Answered Feb 2021
My parents live in filth but refuse help, what can I do?
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vstefans
Answered Nov 2016
My grandmother is peeing in cups and pooing in her hands. How do I confront this behavior?
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Jpl473
Answered Oct 2017
A month ago husband agreed to wear depends but he refuses to change them. Any suggestions?
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pronker
Answered Apr 2020
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How do you help with hoarding?
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tinat1956
Replied Mar 2022
How can I address hygiene with my mother-in-law?
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eeyore12
Answered Aug 2017
How do I convince MIL that she needs a shower?
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elaine1962
Answered Nov 2019
Odor of...you know.
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Psalms23
Answered Sep 2019
New 70 yr old roommate - condition is not what I was told it was. Now I have a huge problem and need help.
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JoAnn29
Answered Apr 2022
At my wit’s end. Help!!!
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Nikiniki31
Answered Aug 2021
Will caregivers report us for rats at MIL's home?
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Maryjann
Answered Dec 2022
I need advice. I feel like I’m navigating blind.
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bigsispjt
Answered Feb 2022
Incontinence- ideas for tight fitting undies maybe?
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SatchimosMom
Replied Jul 2021
How can I help my disabled elderly relative with his messy toileting issues?
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maymama18
Answered Dec 2016
Alzheimers with Bulimia: Anyone have ideas on dealing with these?
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GardenArtist
Replied Jul 2022
My grandmother keeps having accidents. Talking to her feels awkward and I feel mean...what should I do?
34 Answers
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GAinPA
Answered May 2019
I just found out that mom has not only been wearing the same clothes for several days out of the week, but sleeping in them too. What do I do?
33 Answers
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Veronica91
Answered Oct 2017
Mom needs to shower & wash her hair. How to get her to do it? I'm out of ideas.
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pargirl
Answered Sep 2018
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