Wow it’s been, what, over one month since I have been confined, restricted to the house. Of course my mother has no clue that anything has changed but I do. But to be honest it hasn’t really effected me that much. Last week, I gave Deborah the week off just to give her a break so it was Momma and me. It was all good. I gave her three meals and washed her and tailored my day to my caregiving roles. Once you make up your mind and just do it, it will become more routine than a hassle.
Deborah will be back this week and I’ll be happy for her return. Her break gave me an opportunity to reconnect with my mother:-)
For the professional caregivers I pray that you are well and if you wish to work I pray that you are able to do so. We are in crazy times but know that I consider you to be “frontline” workers as well:-)
Caregiving tip:
I use two wash cloths through out the day. One is my mother’s normal wash cloth for her bath then there is the one used for your rear. This wash cloth gets changed daily. I believe it is a little more sanitary to have one wash cloth dedicated to cleaning her bottom during the day and other is used for the rest of her body.
Caregiving.....Screaming is allowed! 