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where's my independence?

Desperately trying to keep my independence.
So far I can barely walk, am unable to shower alone, incontinent, forget to eat, take meds etc.
Please any aids or suggestions to stop me needing my husband so much.
So far I can barely walk, am unable to shower alone, incontinent, forget to eat, take meds etc.
Please any aids or suggestions to stop me needing my husband so much.
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Maybe consider contacting social services about possibly employing a personal assistant, they can help with just about anything that helps you regain some of your independence.
Also on the walking front, have you spoken to your doctor?
Maybe some form of orthotic would help, or some walking sticks, or some sort of mobility scooter or wheel chair for when times are really hard.
Also might be worth asking for a occupational therapist to come and see you to discuss what extra help you need to live as safely an independently as possible.
Its great that you have a husband that is able to help, but it is probably important for your relationship that he is a husband and not your only carer, if that make sense.
Let us know how you get on
Noah
Also you get med holders with the days of the week on, that can help, not sure what they are called, but will look them up.
http://www.completecareshop.co.uk/personal-care/pill-boxes-and-organisers/anabox-weekly-pill-box-white-view-large/?gclid=CPnT88aotr8CFa2WtAodkRQA7Q
My iphone has all my reminders and alarms set for different things because i forget - I have a weak memory or is it just a bloke thing.
Get some friends online to keep you occupied.
thats all I can think of fr now