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Tip from MCF

David J
David J Member Posts: 479
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in Caring For a Spouse or Partner
I got a great tip today from the caregivers at the MCF. Background; my wife does not like to get up in the morning and shower. Usual reaction is screaming, fighting and punching. The fantastic CNAs have been absorbing the punches with good humor, but I still have been feeling bad. Someone suggested taking a pool noodle and cutting one foot pieces. One piece  in each of my wife’s hands kept her from punching, and gave her a diversion. A wack from a noodle is better than a punch!

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  • jmlarue
    jmlarue Member Posts: 511
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    Great idea. Hope the Aides appreciate your concern. Now, how about teaching your wife a few funny sound effects when she lands a softened blow? Think Batman - "Kapow" "Boom" "Crunch" "Zonk" "Bam" Too much? Never mind...
  • JoseyWales
    JoseyWales Member Posts: 602
    Eighth Anniversary 500 Comments 100 Care Reactions 25 Likes
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    There are a few women at DH's facility that I could just see using pool noodles... with sound effects. 

    Instead of being upset by their behavior, the caregivers would just have to struggle to contain their laughter.

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