How do I get my mom to bathe? She hasn't bathed in 3 weeks and is starting to smell bad. She was diagnosed with Alzheimer in the summer of 2008. My dad tries to strongly suggest that she bathe but, has given up since there are other things he has to struggle with her. Even changing her clothes is a struggle.
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