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appalachiablue

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7. Definitely check out the lightweight portapotty and also a small

Thu Sep 12, 2019, 02:09 PM

Sep 2019

yet sturdy stool for the shower. The stools are aluminum, plastic and very easy to lift and move. Many regular pharmacies or medical/health supply stores carry these items, even Target/Walmart. Perhaps get a bedpan too, just in case.

We did this for our mom as well as having an occasional home health aide when we weren't available. And you know to remove electric cords, clutter and throw rugs in his area that could be a hazard and always have adequate illumination from a nightlight or two turned on. ~ All the best to you and your husband.

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Looking for some assistance with being a care-giver [View all] leftieNanner Sep 2019 OP

My sister was providing hospice care Lindsay Sep 2019 #1

Thanks Lindsay leftieNanner Sep 2019 #2

For my mom... wcmagumba Sep 2019 #3

We brought home a urinal bottle from the hospital leftieNanner Sep 2019 #11

A situation like this happened with my father. Mike 03 Sep 2019 #4

I'm not a napper, as a rule leftieNanner Sep 2019 #12

Mattress pads, just in case. Phoenix61 Sep 2019 #5

I wish I had thought of that earlier leftieNanner Sep 2019 #13

Oh, yes! Six years ago.. luvs2sing Sep 2019 #6

Thank you so much for your support leftieNanner Sep 2019 #14

Definitely check out the lightweight portapotty and also a small appalachiablue Sep 2019 #7

Sweetie, there are mens' pee bottles, but also, a bedside toilet will save many steps!! Leghorn21 Sep 2019 #8

I brought the pee bottle home from the hospital leftieNanner Sep 2019 #15

I don't know what kind of insurance he has, but Im surprised he isn't getting Physical Therapy Cousin Dupree Sep 2019 #9

We are on medicare leftieNanner Sep 2019 #10

This may or may not apply flotsam Sep 2019 #16

Have you thought about hiring a home health service even for a couple hours tanyev Sep 2019 #17

Good idea leftieNanner Sep 2019 #18

Here's how I handled it with my dad lettucebe Sep 2019 #19

Great ideas! leftieNanner Sep 2019 #20