Episode 50: Mom Is Refusing To Make Changes That Can Make Caring For Her Easier
This episodes addresses a question called into the podcast call in line.
When you are caring for an aging parent who is still in their own home, things can get challenging. Especially when you have moved back in to care for them and they are having difficulty accepting recommendations from you.
That is the case with Victoria, who called in a question, giving a scenario to a challenge she has assisting with her mom's care.
Question/scenario: Mom is now basically wheelchair confined, but can stand briefly for transfers. The challenge is mom's bedroom -- the layout does not allow for the wheelchair to properly fit into the room and the large furniture pieces block entry into the bathroom. Daughter is now having difficulty with transferring mom and assisting her in and out of bed and into the bathroom. Daughter is now experiencing back pain. Mom is refusing daughter's request to make changes in the layout of the bedroom. Victoria wants to know of ways of addressing this issue.
Victoria has indicated that her back pain is due to her constantly lifting her mom and her doctor has warned her that permanent damage to her back may occur.
Consuela Marshall,
Occupational Therapist,
Caregiver Coach
Certified Aging in Place Specialist
Certified Fall Prevention Specialist
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