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Keeping Patient From Boredom

A myALZteam Member asked a question 💭
Erie, PA

My wife is now bed ridden. I chose to take care of her, no home just me and caregivers. She went from a fun loving vibrant woman to being bed ridden. I feel terrible about not being able to do things . She loves bunnies so I have 8 bunnies that stay with her 24 7 and we play with them every day. Im trying to find something we can do that will bring a little joy into her life. I cant take her anywhere because sh can't stand or walk, using the lift service is a big hassle and I save that for… read more

August 6, 2020
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Members responded warmly to someone seeking ways to bring joy to his bedridden wife, offering creative and heartfelt suggestions that ranged... Read more

Members responded warmly to someone seeking ways to bring joy to his bedridden wife, offering creative and heartfelt suggestions that ranged from simple pleasures to meaningful sensory experiences. Several members shared practical ideas including watching uplifting movies like Peter Rabbit, creating personalized talking photo albums with recorded messages and favorite songs, engaging in simple activities like coloring books or toddler musical instruments played together, and enjoying tactile experiences such as manicures, massage therapy, or arranging artificial flowers. A recurring theme was the deep appreciation for the husband's devotion and bunny therapy approach, coupled with gentle reminders to care for himself while caring for his wife.

A myALZteam Member

I love the bunny therapy!

I recommend making a talking photo album - I got one from Amazon for $49.95. There is room for 20 photos. With each photo you can record a message - I recorded favorite songs as a background for my auditory message. Each member of our family recorded a message to go with their photo- be sure they say their name. My husband doesn’t always remember us, but he enjoys the album and the music.

Making a favorite music playlist that includes songs from her past can be meaningful.

Bless you in this difficult time.

August 16, 2020
A myALZteam Member

Hi Ron! If your wife likes music like my Mom does, I have gotten her a set of musical instruments to play with along to music we listen to or sing together. It is a toddler set and includes a xylophone, a tambourine, bells and other simple percussion instruments. It has been great for us! Sending hugs and support!❤️

August 6, 2020
A myALZteam Member

Movie musicals; sorting photos; board games and card games with you playing both sides; flipping through magazines; audio books. Coloring books. Sorting recipe cards; building with Lincoln logs; artificial flower arranging and re-arranging. Massage therapy; manicures and pedicures. Making snacks like parfaits, then eat them. Hope this keeps you busy.

August 6, 2020
A myALZteam Member

Hi Ron. Sounds like you really love her. Looks like you have gotten lots of good advice. Please remember to take time for yourself also.❤️

August 8, 2020
A myALZteam Member

music? video? Peter rabbit movie for adults is really cute and the animated bunnies crack you up-be praying for you!

August 6, 2020

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