Dry shampoo doesn't work forever. She is still living at home and does most ADL's OK. She wants EVERYTHING done EXACTLY her way and that has become a huge issue when we try to make things safer for her. She refuses to allow a bath chair in her tub. We have put one in there several times and she picks it up and moves it out. I'm not sure she is bathing at all. I don't smell much body odor, but she doesn't smell fresh and clean either. I would so love to get that hair washed. Am I being too picky?
I suggest you read this 33 page booklet online about managing dementia and what to expect with an elder who's been diagnosed with it. Showers are discussed in the booklet as well as lots of Do's and Dont' s for dealing with dementia sufferers.
Understanding the Dementia Experience, by Jennifer Ghent-Fuller
https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/210580
Jennifer is a nurse who worked for many years as an educator and counsellor for people with dementia and their families, as well as others in caring roles. She addresses the emotional and grief issues in the contexts in which they arise for families living with dementia. The reviews for her books are phenomenal b/c they are written in plain English & very easy to read/understand. Her writings have been VERY helpful for me.
The full copy of her book is available here:
https://www.amazon.com/Thoughtful-Dementia-Care-Understanding-Experience/dp/B09WN439CC/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2E7WWE9X5UFXR&keywords=jennifer+ghent+fuller+books&qid=1657468364&sprefix=jennifer+ghent%2Caps%2C631&sr=8-2
Best of luck to you.
You can also buy extra large body wipes so she can clean herself(or you can)without getting in the shower.
Those are great for the in between showers, and both the wipes and shampoo caps can be ordered on either Walmart.com or Amazon.