Bathing and Dementia - with Teepa Snow of Positive Approach to Care (PAC)

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[@angelabaker6504]

I was a carer for 20 years i had training but nothing like this this needs to be taught in care homes

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @Angela Baker, thanks for sharing your thoughts. We do offer training for care homes and any other company that might be interested. If you'd like to know, please check out this page (teepasnow.com/dementia-education-for-organizations-overview/) or reach out to us at 1-877-877-1671.

[@teshlafreeman4040]

I don't do direct care for my residents because I work in the dietary field but your videos help my interactions and help keep my residents calm happy and safe. Thank you

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hey, @Teshla Freeman, so glad that you find our information helpful for you and your residents! If you'd like to learn more, check out other videos here on our KZbin Channel (kzbin.info/door/SXrEX7LkWOmfTaV6u1C7wQ) or visit www.teepasnow.com

[@Victoria28057]

I've learn so much watching your videos. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge Mrs. Snow. God bless you❤

[@D03-H03]

I don't even know when I'll get a chance to use this information, but by God, I'll keep it safe somewhere up in my brain ^^

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @Low Expectations! We couldn't ask for more than knowing that you will keep the information safe and bring it back when you need it. You may also want to keep www.teepasnow.com bookmarked in your browser or check out Teepa on TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@teepasnow?) for short, new info.

[@janr.1077]

Thankyou so much for these helpful tips!

[@teepasnowvideos]

You're so welcome @JanR!! Thanks for watching:)

[@medicalmary1253]

Excellent tips!!! Great idea just getting towel wet first so simple but did not cross my mind as a caregiver

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @MedicalMary! Glad you found the tips helpful!

[@sharonhart790]

Very knowledgeable thanks 😊 😊

[@teepasnowvideos]

Thanks, @sharonhart790! Glad you enjoyed the video. If you would like to know more, please visit www.teepasnow.com or give us a call at 1-877-877-1671.

[@Rene-nn4ms]

Omg I get my mom to shower but maybe 2-3 times a month. My mom isn’t to the point were this would work. I’m not sure what to do

[@teepasnowvideos]

Feel free to connect with us and we can help you figure out some things to try...

[@kookykreek]

Same in my situation.

[@jessicam.mieles3486]

Does Teepa have content in Spanish by any chance? She's incredible and I know so many people who could benefit of the information.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @Jessica M. Mieles! Yes we do have some Spanish content (shop.teepasnow.com/product/el-arte-de-cuidar-spanish-language-version-of-the-art-of-caregiving-streaming/). We are also working others to help us translate more materials. Here's more information about it (shop.teepasnow.com/product/el-arte-de-cuidar-spanish-language-version-of-the-art-of-caregiving-streaming/)

[@alanchu4286]

I have an uncle, my dad's older brother who is living at a living assistant home. He refuses to shower and to change his clothes. No matter what I say or do he won't shower( 3-5 weeks). For example, when I said something like " ok uncle, let get yourself ( clean, shower, or spa treatment) then after we get you clean we're going downstairs and have lunch at the dining room." Once I said something like this he will say " yea lets go eat" and he avoids my deal by not showering first. He will get angry and would say something like " this young generation is too controlling." or " don't be too crazy like my dad focusing him to shower...." my dad tries to help him, but my uncle tries to hit him with his walker. What should I do? I am at the point just to quit. It is tough to get him to be clean? He has dementia.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hey Alan, perhaps one of these programs might be helpful: teepasnow.com/?s=bathing&post_type=product OR connect with us via email and we can schedule a time to chat with you in detail and help you figure out some new things to try with your uncle.

[@salauerman7082]

Such a common problem, right?! Is the spouse also part of the problem? I’m taking a look at the link...

[@marvmahuka9531]

Honestly the best teqnique for me is saying you have a dr appointment or hair cut tomorrow and I say I need to wash your..blah blah with a prescription soap before you go in, for your uncle I would say foot wash, get him in the shower..warm shower and door closed and from the feet God willing, slowly work more water up the body, always being respectful but if it's been so long, accidentally.. shoot his head not in his face but it will allow you to wash his hair face and neck. It's all about redirection, like oops sorry but at the same time you go for it, time is of essence, he'll initially be mad but he will be Clean and happier

[@marvmahuka9531]

Also use alot of towels, it might get crazy on the floor, prepare all his bathing things soap ready shampoo ready, put a face towel on bath seat and shoot it with warm water so he is comftarble when he sits, warmth is key and safety, it prevents slipping. Don't discuss too much, keep it to uncle dr wants you to wash your feet with this prescription soap for tomorrow, let's go to the bathroom, ask him to toilet and soon as he sits down remove pants brief whatever you can, then walk into shower, running water and warm seat, always reassure it'd drs request and if personality permits reassure what a good job they are doing. Make sure their briefs and clothes are handy after shower, warmth is key, if you change in shower put a dry towel on floor to avoid wet feet in clothes and always keep a towel handy for wiping wet buts when they stand to wipe and put on bath seat or closed toilet seat so they can be dressed safely