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Lewy Body dementia, ways to cope with this illness of a loved one.
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items My mom was diagnosed with Lewy Body dementia over 5 years ago. I've learned so much about coping with this disease and it's never easy. I hope these websites, aids, and support groups are helpful to you as they are to me ❤️🙏
Several counties offer assistance for the aging. Adult day care centers, help with transportation, shopping, meals, and prescription saving help. This helped us in the early stages of her illness.
Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging
Joe Daley started a YouTube channel about his mom Molly's struggle with dementia. It gained a large following on social media and had become a support group for families and caregivers struggling with this horrible disease. I can't tell you how impo...
Molly's Movement
Please, reach out to support groups that can help guide you and answer questions. Everyone is so kind and happy to help. They know first hand what you're going through. I couldn't survive without this. You aren't alone! Network with other caregivers...
Lewy Body Dementia Association Care Partner Support | Facebook
Check your local churches that offer donated medical supplies. We found a free wheelchair that was in good shape. You can also check with your insurance company to see how you can get access to covered medical supplies.
Caring Hearts Lending Closet | Springfield Township, Delaware ...
My mom has 24-7 care through Compass. It was a process but so worth having the help we need since she's on a budget and can't afford private care. It took about 3 months for approval and it finally happened! So grateful this is available for her.
COMPASS Homepage - COMPASS Homepage Landing [HPDFT]
This company offers medical supplies to be shipped directly to your home and it's billed through insurance. There's a variety of supplies to choose that your loved one may be eligible for. We get bed protection sheets and pads along with diapers.
J&B Medical
If money is an issue, these can be covered under your medical insurance. I have one covered and one donated.
Best Bedside Commodes
Falls are common with elderly, this really helps with transferring to a chair or porta potty without slipping on hardwood floors.
Vive Fall Mat 72x24 Bedside Safety Pad
This was a life saver early on for both parents. Really helpful with getting down to the kitchen and living room area, up to the bathroom and toilet. Easy Installation and many different models to suit your needs.
Independent Home Solutions - Stairlifts, Ramps and Walk in Showers
My husband built my parents a wheelchair ramp but you can order ramps for smaller steps to help with transport.
Discount Ramps: Wheelchair Ramps
My mom doesn't really watch TV or read anymore so we put on music for her for sleep and relaxation. This was the best thing I could have purchased 💞
Amazon Echo Show 5, Smart Display, Cloud Blue
Great for the shower with zero burning, this can be used as a gentle body wash also.
Aveeno Baby Shampoo
This works perfectly in the bathtub for transferring my mom. You can adjust it for your height needs. We had someone come in and professionally install shower handles but you can also purchase them online!
Aiptosy Heavy Duty Adjustable Bath Bench
These walkers are wonderful! You can adjust the height, the ride smooth and it has a seat for tired legs that also has storage for holding medicine, wipes, etc. The locking mechanism is also easy to use.
Medline Rolling Walkers & Accessories
My mom struggles to move so on a bad day, she can have meals at her bedside. Lots of variety to choose from.
Bedside Tray Table