bathing tips

Bathing can be very difficult for stroke survivors. I was thankful to have a transfer chair with a handle and a back rest. I strongly suggest getting this type of chair. Its more of a bench.I think there is one that is better though,it actually slides from outside the tub in. I think I would prefer one like that better. I think Invacare makes it  . As long as it has a back rest and handle I would feel safe. A hand held sprayer is a must as well as a 24" vertical hand rail "delta" makes a hand held sprayer that will attach to a grab bar. This set-up is user friendly for the rest of the family too.A long handle lufa type scrubby works really well. We put a rubber mat in the bottom of the tub so I wouldn't slip,just in case I felt brave for a minute. Always thinking "what if " I suggest a at least a 36" horizontal grab bar on the back wall. If you have a tile floor,put a rubber mat on the outside of the tub as well with towel over it to dry your feet. I would put my walker at the end of the transfer bench to give something to hold on to.Most of all ,plan on how your going to to execute each task no matter how small the task you think it is . Remember Safety First. Using a cafton or terry cloth robe works well for drying off. keep your eyes open when drying your hair .

Depression

Depression is real i feel it allot i just came out of a "bout" some people call it the wolf I think but
  I really don't know what they call it. Other than debilitating  , holds me down i need to get things done . I think that's what helps it come on when I feel anxiety , maybe its the holidays  that's stressful alone by itself even for people that didn't have a stroke . So what are the tricks how do people make it .so tell me how the pro's do it