Guest guest Posted July 19, 2003 Report Share Posted July 19, 2003 I know you are, and if they think about it, so do they. Glad they have a lift coming, that will really help. If isn't able to turn her easily (which, if she uses a draw sheet shouldn't be too hard) she may also qualify for Medicare to cover a special mattress (there are a million different kinds- but some kind of air mattress is almost a necessity) to avoid skin break down. Sorry if I seem to be offering too much advice--I really miss being a home health nurse (I loved my work) and this kinda makes me feel like my experience hasn't been wasted. (((hugs))) Kathy Re: vent Have check into getting a Hoyer lift--the rental should be covered by Medicare--it will enable her to move your mother to a chair by herself. When they deliver it they will show her how to use it. They are very easy to work and I've seen less than 100 pound older women lift their very large, immobile hubbies with very little trouble. Also, she should be able to order the health care stuff (including the diapers) from a supply company --most likely the same one she got the hospital bed from--and they will deliver them. It requires a little pre-planning--they don't deliver in an hour or anything, but it's not a week either. Also some companies will ship the stuff in bulk once she finds ones that your mother likes. Believe me--after years as a home health nurse--it's doable, even by someone not in the best of health--it just takes organization. And by that I'm including having relief lined up if she needs to get out. There are alot of agencies that provide respite care. If they decide that your mother is terminal she may be able to get extensive support through a home hospice, paid for by her Medicare. This isn't just for cancer patients as many people thing--BUT you do have to sign a DNR and acknowledge that you're terminal. She'll work everything out, but it may take awhile. Patient's mostly DO get better care at home--as long as their families don't become neglectful and are willing to admit when they need help. Your Sister just needs to get her ducks in a row. (((hugs))) Kathy Please visit our website at:http://ACES_Autoimmune.tripod.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 19, 2003 Report Share Posted July 19, 2003 I know you are, and if they think about it, so do they. Glad they have a lift coming, that will really help. If isn't able to turn her easily (which, if she uses a draw sheet shouldn't be too hard) she may also qualify for Medicare to cover a special mattress (there are a million different kinds- but some kind of air mattress is almost a necessity) to avoid skin break down. Sorry if I seem to be offering too much advice--I really miss being a home health nurse (I loved my work) and this kinda makes me feel like my experience hasn't been wasted. (((hugs))) Kathy Re: vent Have check into getting a Hoyer lift--the rental should be covered by Medicare--it will enable her to move your mother to a chair by herself. When they deliver it they will show her how to use it. They are very easy to work and I've seen less than 100 pound older women lift their very large, immobile hubbies with very little trouble. Also, she should be able to order the health care stuff (including the diapers) from a supply company --most likely the same one she got the hospital bed from--and they will deliver them. It requires a little pre-planning--they don't deliver in an hour or anything, but it's not a week either. Also some companies will ship the stuff in bulk once she finds ones that your mother likes. Believe me--after years as a home health nurse--it's doable, even by someone not in the best of health--it just takes organization. And by that I'm including having relief lined up if she needs to get out. There are alot of agencies that provide respite care. If they decide that your mother is terminal she may be able to get extensive support through a home hospice, paid for by her Medicare. This isn't just for cancer patients as many people thing--BUT you do have to sign a DNR and acknowledge that you're terminal. She'll work everything out, but it may take awhile. Patient's mostly DO get better care at home--as long as their families don't become neglectful and are willing to admit when they need help. Your Sister just needs to get her ducks in a row. (((hugs))) Kathy Please visit our website at:http://ACES_Autoimmune.tripod.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 19, 2003 Report Share Posted July 19, 2003 I know you are, and if they think about it, so do they. Glad they have a lift coming, that will really help. If isn't able to turn her easily (which, if she uses a draw sheet shouldn't be too hard) she may also qualify for Medicare to cover a special mattress (there are a million different kinds- but some kind of air mattress is almost a necessity) to avoid skin break down. Sorry if I seem to be offering too much advice--I really miss being a home health nurse (I loved my work) and this kinda makes me feel like my experience hasn't been wasted. (((hugs))) Kathy Re: vent Have check into getting a Hoyer lift--the rental should be covered by Medicare--it will enable her to move your mother to a chair by herself. When they deliver it they will show her how to use it. They are very easy to work and I've seen less than 100 pound older women lift their very large, immobile hubbies with very little trouble. Also, she should be able to order the health care stuff (including the diapers) from a supply company --most likely the same one she got the hospital bed from--and they will deliver them. It requires a little pre-planning--they don't deliver in an hour or anything, but it's not a week either. Also some companies will ship the stuff in bulk once she finds ones that your mother likes. Believe me--after years as a home health nurse--it's doable, even by someone not in the best of health--it just takes organization. And by that I'm including having relief lined up if she needs to get out. There are alot of agencies that provide respite care. If they decide that your mother is terminal she may be able to get extensive support through a home hospice, paid for by her Medicare. This isn't just for cancer patients as many people thing--BUT you do have to sign a DNR and acknowledge that you're terminal. She'll work everything out, but it may take awhile. Patient's mostly DO get better care at home--as long as their families don't become neglectful and are willing to admit when they need help. Your Sister just needs to get her ducks in a row. (((hugs))) Kathy Please visit our website at:http://ACES_Autoimmune.tripod.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 19, 2003 Report Share Posted July 19, 2003 Kathy, You're not offering too much advice. I really appreciate everything you're telling me. I'm saving the messages so I can go back to them as we go along. had nurse aide training several years ago, in hopes it would help her find work, so she is not as unprepared as many people would be. She has draw sheets; I think she cut some sheets to make them. And she keeps the waterproof bed pads covered so the plastic doesn't touch Mother's skin. I don't know what kind of mattress they have; I'll ask. I called this morning & the supply place is bringing some diapers today, but they don't have the kind Mother likes. Apparently, no one in their town sells diapers without elastic in the waist, & Mother says the elastic bothers her. told me she guessed we'd have to order some online, so I'm going to do that. I found some online without elastic - 72 for $45.00; the ones is getting today are $18.00 for 18 diapers! I'll be sending her a mini food processor (to make baby food) & a baby monitor Mon. Keep sending advice! P. Re: vent I know you are, and if they think about it, so do they. Glad they have a lift coming, that will really help. If isn't able to turn her easily (which, if she uses a draw sheet shouldn't be too hard) she may also qualify for Medicare to cover a special mattress (there are a million different kinds- but some kind of air mattress is almost a necessity) to avoid skin break down. Sorry if I seem to be offering too much advice--I really miss being a home health nurse (I loved my work) and this kinda makes me feel like my experience hasn't been wasted. (((hugs))) Kathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 19, 2003 Report Share Posted July 19, 2003 Kathy, You're not offering too much advice. I really appreciate everything you're telling me. I'm saving the messages so I can go back to them as we go along. had nurse aide training several years ago, in hopes it would help her find work, so she is not as unprepared as many people would be. She has draw sheets; I think she cut some sheets to make them. And she keeps the waterproof bed pads covered so the plastic doesn't touch Mother's skin. I don't know what kind of mattress they have; I'll ask. I called this morning & the supply place is bringing some diapers today, but they don't have the kind Mother likes. Apparently, no one in their town sells diapers without elastic in the waist, & Mother says the elastic bothers her. told me she guessed we'd have to order some online, so I'm going to do that. I found some online without elastic - 72 for $45.00; the ones is getting today are $18.00 for 18 diapers! I'll be sending her a mini food processor (to make baby food) & a baby monitor Mon. Keep sending advice! P. Re: vent I know you are, and if they think about it, so do they. Glad they have a lift coming, that will really help. If isn't able to turn her easily (which, if she uses a draw sheet shouldn't be too hard) she may also qualify for Medicare to cover a special mattress (there are a million different kinds- but some kind of air mattress is almost a necessity) to avoid skin break down. Sorry if I seem to be offering too much advice--I really miss being a home health nurse (I loved my work) and this kinda makes me feel like my experience hasn't been wasted. (((hugs))) Kathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 19, 2003 Report Share Posted July 19, 2003 Kathy, You're not offering too much advice. I really appreciate everything you're telling me. I'm saving the messages so I can go back to them as we go along. had nurse aide training several years ago, in hopes it would help her find work, so she is not as unprepared as many people would be. She has draw sheets; I think she cut some sheets to make them. And she keeps the waterproof bed pads covered so the plastic doesn't touch Mother's skin. I don't know what kind of mattress they have; I'll ask. I called this morning & the supply place is bringing some diapers today, but they don't have the kind Mother likes. Apparently, no one in their town sells diapers without elastic in the waist, & Mother says the elastic bothers her. told me she guessed we'd have to order some online, so I'm going to do that. I found some online without elastic - 72 for $45.00; the ones is getting today are $18.00 for 18 diapers! I'll be sending her a mini food processor (to make baby food) & a baby monitor Mon. Keep sending advice! P. Re: vent I know you are, and if they think about it, so do they. Glad they have a lift coming, that will really help. If isn't able to turn her easily (which, if she uses a draw sheet shouldn't be too hard) she may also qualify for Medicare to cover a special mattress (there are a million different kinds- but some kind of air mattress is almost a necessity) to avoid skin break down. Sorry if I seem to be offering too much advice--I really miss being a home health nurse (I loved my work) and this kinda makes me feel like my experience hasn't been wasted. (((hugs))) Kathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 20, 2003 Report Share Posted July 20, 2003 Sounds like you two are on top of it! Let us know how it continues to go Kathy Re: vent I know you are, and if they think about it, so do they. Glad they have a lift coming, that will really help. If isn't able to turn her easily (which, if she uses a draw sheet shouldn't be too hard) she may also qualify for Medicare to cover a special mattress (there are a million different kinds- but some kind of air mattress is almost a necessity) to avoid skin break down. Sorry if I seem to be offering too much advice--I really miss being a home health nurse (I loved my work) and this kinda makes me feel like my experience hasn't been wasted. (((hugs))) Kathy Please visit our website at:http://ACES_Autoimmune.tripod.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 20, 2003 Report Share Posted July 20, 2003 Sounds like you two are on top of it! Let us know how it continues to go Kathy Re: vent I know you are, and if they think about it, so do they. Glad they have a lift coming, that will really help. If isn't able to turn her easily (which, if she uses a draw sheet shouldn't be too hard) she may also qualify for Medicare to cover a special mattress (there are a million different kinds- but some kind of air mattress is almost a necessity) to avoid skin break down. Sorry if I seem to be offering too much advice--I really miss being a home health nurse (I loved my work) and this kinda makes me feel like my experience hasn't been wasted. (((hugs))) Kathy Please visit our website at:http://ACES_Autoimmune.tripod.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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