Episode 33: Dad is Having Falls and Mom is Making Demands
Finding A Foothold Podcast listens to the heart and concerns of the caregiver, hearing what their struggles are and then offering recommendations on how to improve how they are doing things, with the goal of helping to make the load lighter.
Today’s podcast addresses concerns from Sophie who is concerned about her Dad coming from the hospital after falling in the bathroom and having a minor injury. Sophie is afraid Dad will fall again and requested suggestions on how to keep him safe in the bathroom.
Betty also called in. Mom has physical limitations due to having a stroke. Mom requires help to do most tasks. Mom is insisting that Betty assist her in the shower every morning. Betty admits that it is physically very hard to do and it takes a lot of time. Betty is seeking help on how to address this problem and is looking for options she can use.
Listen to today's podcast. See how both concerns are addressed and hear tips and strategies that you can use to help decrease your workload and improve the safety of caring for your loved one.
Consuela Marshall,
Occupational Therapist, Caregiver
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