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Items Needed for Aging Parents who are in a nursing home or skilled nursing facility.
15 items
By
Leah Warson
A good representation of items needed when you out your aging parent into a nursing home or skilled nursing facility.
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Easy on nightgowns are a must when your aging Mom is in a nursing facility or hospital.
Women's Cotton Scalloped Short-Sleeve Chemise, Exclusively at Macy's
Lying in bed all day can be very uncomfortable. This pillow is soft and cozy.
Sleep Again Pillow System
These coverings were recommended to me by a hospital for my Mom’s wound on her tailbone.
MedVance TM Silicone Sacral Foam Dressing 7x7
My mom was struggling with fat pillows so I got her this one. Seems to do the trick!
SWTMERRY Ultra Thin Flat Pillows 7D Support
Must need for the uncomfortable hospital beds in nursing homes.
DMI - BED PAD HOSPITAL CONVOLUTED
We haven’t bought this yet but will when my mom becomes slightly more mobile at her nursing home.
Nova Medical 4201 Lightweight Folding Cruiser II Walker Hybrid - Blue
My mom currently needs to wear disposable briefs but I think these are good to wear where she only has accidents.
Dry & Discreet Leakproof Underwear
These are the disposable briefs my Mom wears at her nursing facility. They seem to be comfortable and leak proof.
Presto Supreme Disposable Underwear, Medium, 80 Count
Thee are the best shirts for my Mom to wear daily at the skilled nursing facility. Light weight and comfortable and don’t ride up on her neck.
Women's Short Sleeve V-Neck T-Shirt - Ava & Viv™ Light Blue 4X: Cotton Blend, Recycled Polyester, Midweight Jersey Fabric
My mom lovers heating up her Whiffy and sleeping with it. Keeps her warm and the soothing lavender scent is very calming.
Whiffy - Best Heating Pad for Cramps - Microwavable Heating Pad - Blue, Brown and White Floral
My mom doesn’t suffer from dementia but this is a great book to read for all caregivers.
The 36-Hour Day: Guide to Alzheimer Care
These are great grippy socks. My mom feels more secure standing when she has these on.
Debra Weitzner 6Pk Non-Binding Diabetic Socks
Super fluffy and comfy blanket. My aging mom is always cold at night.
Rosewater
My mom’s skin seems dry. We use this daily.
CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion, Body and Face Moisturizer, 16 Ounces, 8 Ounces
Truth be told even though my mom is in a nursing home she still loves to have her nails painted with this exact nail polish.
OPI Nail Lacquer - Bubble Bath - 0.5 fl oz
