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Assisted living doesn't do what they said they would. Is there a solution?
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alzdone
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How do you help with hoarding?
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tinat1956
Replied Mar 2022
My Mom and Dad are only taking sponge baths because the shower is too difficult. Is this good enough to keep them clean?
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Beckytodd1
Answered Dec 2016
I'm not close with grandma. My uncle asked me to stay overnight w/ her at the hospital so I can help her to the bathroom. Am I overreacting?
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MAYDAY
Answered Mar 2021
How can I address hygiene with my mother-in-law?
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eeyore12
Answered Aug 2017
Is it rude to wear a mask when changing an adult's soiled diaper?
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LizzLovely
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Llamalover47
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Why do the elderly refuse to shower or bathe?
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Llamalover47
Answered Jan 2018
How can I assist my client who has really bad urine odor? No matter how much soap I use or try and wash him he still smells.
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Lulu835
Answered Mar 2021
How do I convince MIL that she needs a shower?
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elaine1962
Answered Nov 2019
I am looking for a laundry detergent that removes urine smell, from clothing and sheets. Suggestions?
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martha908
Replied Feb 2020
How can I encourage my Mom with Alzheimer's to brush her teeth?
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Freakedout
Answered Feb 2016
Grandmother smells of pee and sweat because she refuses to bathe. Any advice?
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wolflover451
Answered Aug 2015
How do you talk to Dad (82) about soiling accidents and cleaning himself after one happens?
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Lindaj825
Answered Oct 2016
Where to look for someone to give mom a shower at home?
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confused24
Answered Feb 2018
How do I resign from diaper-changing duty?
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CrazyDMMomma
Answered Jun 2020
Son needs advice on how to toilet, shower and change clothing for bedridden Mom. Any suggestions?
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Clemente
Replied Feb 2021
Any advice on cutting toenails of person with dementia that is extremely jumpy?
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Llamalover47
Answered Apr 2016
At what stage of Alzheimer's does a patient stop wanting to shower?
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Malachy2
Answered Aug 2016
Why do my mom's clothes smell so bad, even after I wash them?
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CaliHome
Answered Dec 2013
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