Personal care, including washing and bathing, can be difficult for
carers and is a common source of anxiety for people with dementia.
It is not hard to understand why – most of us have been carrying out
these activities on our own since we were children. Other reasons for
anxiety around washing and bathing include:
• Deep bath water – deep water can make some people feel worried.
• Overhead showers – some people find the rush of water from an
overhead shower frightening or disorienting.
• Isolation – some people may become anxious if they are left on their
own and may want you to stay with them while they are washing
• Incontinence – this may be a sensitive issue for both of you
I have found this range of products from Nilaqua featuring body wash and shampoo that require no added water and towel off perfect for bed baths available at www.norinse.co.uk
carers and is a common source of anxiety for people with dementia.
It is not hard to understand why – most of us have been carrying out
these activities on our own since we were children. Other reasons for
anxiety around washing and bathing include:
• Deep bath water – deep water can make some people feel worried.
• Overhead showers – some people find the rush of water from an
overhead shower frightening or disorienting.
• Isolation – some people may become anxious if they are left on their
own and may want you to stay with them while they are washing
• Incontinence – this may be a sensitive issue for both of you
I have found this range of products from Nilaqua featuring body wash and shampoo that require no added water and towel off perfect for bed baths available at www.norinse.co.uk
