LisaM
Member
- Joined
- Jan 9, 2008
- Messages
- 21
- Reason
- Loved one DX
- Diagnosis
- 11/2007
- Country
- US
- State
- California
- City
- Los Angeles
My father was diagnosed with ALS a few months ago and we have been dealing with his progressing symptoms for nearly 2 years. His demands are growing and needs are constant as he can't find comfort in his body and has no independence. Ideally we look at the bright side of what we do still have now, but our bodies are tired of lifting and pushing and would like some practical recommendations on what y'all are using out there to aid the physical burden that caregivers encounter?
The equipment offered at medical supply stores has not been nearly sophisticated enough to really help, but until now it's all that I had been able to find. I recently saw the Quest magazine on the MDA website. In it were advertisments for an array of equipment and suppliers that offer products which look helpful.
What army of equipment do you all use to help and would you recommend for use? Though I don't want to consdier cost, if Kaiser/Medical/Medicare covers any costs for this it would be useful to know...
I am so glad to have found this website. I feel like I have a place to come to with a number of people who have been where i am. I really don't feel like I need to figure it all out on my own.
Thank You.
The equipment offered at medical supply stores has not been nearly sophisticated enough to really help, but until now it's all that I had been able to find. I recently saw the Quest magazine on the MDA website. In it were advertisments for an array of equipment and suppliers that offer products which look helpful.
What army of equipment do you all use to help and would you recommend for use? Though I don't want to consdier cost, if Kaiser/Medical/Medicare covers any costs for this it would be useful to know...
I am so glad to have found this website. I feel like I have a place to come to with a number of people who have been where i am. I really don't feel like I need to figure it all out on my own.
Thank You.