I need to find a care worker for DH for the 2 hours in the afternoon when he's home alone, now that he's become incontinent. I'm really hoping to get something in place before school starts in a couple of weeks. I seemed to remember seeing a guide or a list of questions to ask people when interviewing them for this type of job. Does anyone remember that. Was it on this site or possibly on the Alzheimer Assoc. site?
I don't know if this would apply in your case, but my Mom had a colostomy and when I started doing her meds I gave her Miralax laxative every morning with her breakfast and she would almost always have a BM in the evening. It might work giving them the Miralax in the evening for a morning BM. If they are not taking a laxative this wouldn't help. I think I would use the Depends in any case. You may already be using the Depends and just not want the mess to go on so long. Got ya.
I read in another thread that he's bowel incontinent. That's a different kettle of fish - but have you tried our old favorite immodium to regulate him?
Copy and paste this link for help with Interviewing a Caregiver - http://www.respitematch.com/articles/caregiver-interview.php
Also, I know that your husband is young, but because he has AD, he may qualify for some senior services. Copy and paste this link to find services in your area -http://www.eldercare.gov/Eldercare/Public/Home.asp