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Monday Feb 19, 2024
Monday Feb 19, 2024
Does Showering a Loved One with Dementia Feel Like a Battle? This Garment Might Help.
Many caregivers struggle with helping loved ones with dementia take showers. It can be a challenge to maintain modesty and keep everyone comfortable. But there's a new product called The Blue Hug that could make things a lot easier.
The Blue Hug is a garment designed specifically for people with dementia who need assistance with showering. It's made of neoprene, which is soft, warm, and water-resistant. It has zippers that allow caregivers to easily access different parts of the body for washing, while still keeping the person covered.
The Blue Hug can be used in a variety of situations, not just in the shower. It can also be used for toileting or giving sponge baths in bed. It's a versatile tool that can help caregivers provide care more easily and respectfully.
- 0:02:51 Jodi's Journey to Creating The Blue Hug
- 0:06:11 Designing The Blue Hug: A Garment Solution
- 0:11:27 Benefits Beyond Bathing: The Blue Hug's Versatility
- 0:13:42 The Main Goal of The Blue Hug
- 0:20:39 The Blue Hug's Potential Applications
- 0:26:15 Understanding Resistance to Bathing
- 0:26:54 Obtaining The Blue Hug: Where to Find It
Here are some of the benefits of using The Blue Hug:
- Maintains modesty: The garment covers the entire body, so the person taking the shower doesn't have to feel exposed.
- Keeps the person warm: The neoprene material helps to retain heat, which is especially important for people with dementia who may be more sensitive to cold.
- Reduces stress and anxiety: The feeling of being covered and secure can help to calm people with dementia, making the showering experience less stressful for everyone involved.
- Makes bathing easier for caregivers: The zippers make it easy to access different parts of the body for washing, without having to remove the entire garment.
If you're a caregiver who struggles with helping a loved one with dementia take showers, The Blue Hug is definitely worth checking out. It could make a big difference in both your lives.
Where to find The Blue Hug:
You can purchase The Blue Hug online at https://thebluehug.com/. The website also has a size chart to help you choose the right size.
About Jodi Bellam
Jodi Bellam is the inventor and imagioneer of the Blue Hug shower garment, a product that is designed to bring dignity, comfort, and hygiene back to assisted bathing.
Being in elder care for well over a decade has given Jodi a deep desire to help families care for their loved ones as they age. As the owner and operator of Better Off At Home, a company that is dedicated to providing the highest quality at home care for patients, Jodi has learned volumes in terms of compassion and understanding for families and caregivers. She tries every day to make every aspect of home care a better experience for everyone involved.
A Metro Atlanta native, and a Jacksonville State alumni, Jodi gave up a career in advertising to help make the world a better place, especially for our beloved elderly. Her selfless compassion radiates, and has helped facilitate her reputation as one of the premier innovators in elderly care. She wants to be remembered as someone who gave totally and completely of herself to those whom she cares for.
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