Motivating a loved one with
Alzheimer's disease to take a shower or bath can seem impossible. Here are a few suggestions:
Although it may be a bit inconvenient for you if you work full/part time, try asking your loved one to shower at a different time of day when he/she may have more energy and motivation.
- Try playing some of your loved one’s favorite music in the bathroom while he/ she is showering and encourage him/her to sing or hum. Maybe some good ol’ Big Band stuff will get him/her going! Or if he/she likes the classical stuff, this could make a relaxing night time bath.
- If he or she is able to, he/she may prefer a bath. You could take him/her shopping and let him/her pick out a bubble bath fragrance that he/she likes.
Bathroom Signs & Toiletry Labels
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