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I wondered why the aides left my MIL in the bathroom a little longer, was 91 in Rehab. Well now at 74 I know. If you sit just a little longer, you get the urge again. And leaning forward, both helps you void the bladder completely. This maybe part if her problem. The bladder is not completely voiding. Hope she is in Depends.
Many types of dementia have brain involvement in causing frequent and urgent visits to the bathroom with the production of only small amounts of urine. This is a sort of "brain thing" if you will, with no basis in reality and is esp common in any dementias involving the frontal lobe. Do research for yourself online as there is a lot of information (tho few answers to cure). Type into your search engine the following "Dementia and frequent urinations" and you will find a wealth of information.
She may be still feeling an urge to urinate if the bladder is not emptying fully. Try changing her position about 15 minutes before a bathroom visit. Changing position could mean just sitting her up more, reclining her more or even walking for a few minutes.
She may be overly concerned about "soiling" her clothing. She may not express this but it may be a feeling she has, almost like an OCD. (The TP use could be an OCD thing as well)
She may be "forgetting" that she has already gone to the bathroom. Try getting her on a schedule even if you have to set a timer for her as a reminder that it is not time yet.
There are so many different reasons that she could be feeling this way. If her hygiene could be improved this may help. I am wondering if a Bidet toilet seat might help.
My friend is a 77 year old woman w/ moderate Alzheimer's. Repeated urine samples show no UTI - no bacteria present, just "dirty." Visit to urologist shows no physical reason for bathroom visits several times an hour. She has poor hygiene - resists showering/bathing and changing Depends 2x/day. Bathroom visits seem psychological. Also uses TP excessively. What to do?
OP, your profile says that you are caring for a friend, and you “intend to go back as a paid caregiver for others”. Incontinence management is a big part of most aged care. Perhaps you need to find out more before you look for paid work.
Hiroko24, if the person is female, take her to her primary doctor to check for an Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) which makes one want to use the bathroom quite frequently.
Also, as we age, females tend to lose that urinary muscle control that we once had. For myself, just running the water at the kitchen sink makes me run a bee line to the bathroom. Even sneezing will trigger it.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Try changing her position about 15 minutes before a bathroom visit. Changing position could mean just sitting her up more, reclining her more or even walking for a few minutes.
She may be overly concerned about "soiling" her clothing. She may not express this but it may be a feeling she has, almost like an OCD. (The TP use could be an OCD thing as well)
She may be "forgetting" that she has already gone to the bathroom.
Try getting her on a schedule even if you have to set a timer for her as a reminder that it is not time yet.
There are so many different reasons that she could be feeling this way.
If her hygiene could be improved this may help.
I am wondering if a Bidet toilet seat might help.
I suggest seeing your MD about this medical issue.
Also, as we age, females tend to lose that urinary muscle control that we once had. For myself, just running the water at the kitchen sink makes me run a bee line to the bathroom. Even sneezing will trigger it.