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This is a man who showered everyday, now it's been a month and I just can't get him to take a shower, not to mention shave. I've suggested a bath, I've said I'd help him, but nothing is working. HELP!
My mother had this same issue (still does, let's be real). She went a whole month without bathing because she absolutely would not take a bath, no matter how much I tried, which included telling her she smelled awful and that the board of health was going to come in with hazmat suits to hose her down (she knew I was only HALF joking).
It took me a little while to realize that this woman who always loved baths, who used to beat my butt for not bathing daily when I was young, didn't hate baths now - she was scared of them. She was terrified of falling, but she never gave me so much as a clue, until one day she just mentioned how she hated how slippery the tub was, out of the blue.
So immediately, I got her a very sturdy shower chair and lots of those super strong, suction cup hand rails installed on the walls.
I always run the water for her before hand while she picks out her towel and clean underwear. That way she wouldn't accidentally burn herself and be turned off to the whole idea just because she forgot how to use the shower dials.
I use to try to get her to bathe at night time before bed, a ritual she's had for well over 20 years, but I soon changed that to after a light breakfast, so she couldn't argue that she was "too tired" so she'll "do it tomorrow".
Back when all that was enough and she didn't really need me to be in the bath with her, I still left the door crack and stood nearby. Told her if she was having trouble, that I'd was right there.
I've been trying to find little ways to make it easier for her to do as much as she could by herself, because for her, it was an problem with her pride and not admitting that she needed help or was having trouble.
Lots of patience and gentle persistence. She still fights me on it though. lol The reasons vary from person to person. Could it be his motor skills that are making the task a hassle? Perhaps he can't get out of the bathtub easily or can't stand in the shower for long periods of time anymore? Maybe he feels embarrassed that he needs help and wants to do it by himself? I really hope you find something that works!
Much love and positive thoughts being sent your way, Kirbee!
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
VI. No Waiver of Your Rights.
APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
I agree that:
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I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
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APFM may provide information to me electronically. My electronic signature on agreements and documents has the same effect as if I signed them in ink.
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APFM may send all communications to me electronically via e-mail or by access to an APFM web site.
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If I want a paper copy, I can print a copy of the Disclosures or download the Disclosures for my records.
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This E-Sign Acknowledgement and Authorization applies to these Disclosures and all future Disclosures related to APFM's services, unless I revoke my authorization. You may revoke this authorization in writing at any time (except where we have already disclosed information before receiving your revocation.) This authorization will expire after one year.
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You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
It took me a little while to realize that this woman who always loved baths, who used to beat my butt for not bathing daily when I was young, didn't hate baths now - she was scared of them. She was terrified of falling, but she never gave me so much as a clue, until one day she just mentioned how she hated how slippery the tub was, out of the blue.
So immediately, I got her a very sturdy shower chair and lots of those super strong, suction cup hand rails installed on the walls.
I always run the water for her before hand while she picks out her towel and clean underwear. That way she wouldn't accidentally burn herself and be turned off to the whole idea just because she forgot how to use the shower dials.
I use to try to get her to bathe at night time before bed, a ritual she's had for well over 20 years, but I soon changed that to after a light breakfast, so she couldn't argue that she was "too tired" so she'll "do it tomorrow".
Back when all that was enough and she didn't really need me to be in the bath with her, I still left the door crack and stood nearby. Told her if she was having trouble, that I'd was right there.
I've been trying to find little ways to make it easier for her to do as much as she could by herself, because for her, it was an problem with her pride and not admitting that she needed help or was having trouble.
Lots of patience and gentle persistence. She still fights me on it though. lol The reasons vary from person to person. Could it be his motor skills that are making the task a hassle? Perhaps he can't get out of the bathtub easily or can't stand in the shower for long periods of time anymore? Maybe he feels embarrassed that he needs help and wants to do it by himself? I really hope you find something that works!
Much love and positive thoughts being sent your way, Kirbee!