How to Bathe Elderly People

September 21, 2014 By Leave a Comment

When providing care for an aging loved one, one of your main responsibilities will be helping him or her bathe. Bathing an elderly person can be a considerable challenge, both physically and emotionally. This is particularly true when the senior is resistant to bathing due to fear, discomfort or plain stubbornness. Regardless of how resistant […]

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How to Relieve Arthritis Pain – Walk-in Bathtubs Can Help

October 2, 2011 By 1 Comment

Over the past ten years, I’ve watched my elderly mother dealing with painful arthritis. As it’s become worse and worse, it’s impacted her mobility, her ability to handle normal daily tasks, and has had an ever-increasing effect on her mood. Long-term pain can lead to depression and a feeling of helplessness. That’s something no one […]

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