Posted 6/6/2009 3:56 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you so much, Sherwood, for your reply. It is my dad's biggest problem, especially when I am having such difficulty figuring out which diapers might be most absorbent, yet comfortable for him. I did hear about the possibility of a catheter to control the incontinence, but I know that would surely freak him out the most! I would want to find a urologist on my own this time as opposed to someone the facility chooses for him, as they don't always choose the best doctors!
I did bring over the new slacks I bought him, that have no fly, just an elastic waist (with pockets) to pull up and down and he seemed very pleased. I just have to hem them which for me is no big deal at all.
I sent in the co-executive director to speak to him (and my mom) and he calmed him down immensely and spoke to my parents for awhile about their grandchildren, and more. Sometimes, kind words from another man are the most calming and reassuring, and that man promised if any other problems come up regarding incontinence, he will see to it that my dad is well cared for.
In the meanwhile, I must begin my search for a good nursing home, as I can very well see it will be soon needed, particularly with my mom's dementia getting progressively worse.