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[quote=Anonymous]My dad was in skilled nursing care for over two years and his room was so depressing. My mom refused to decorate and initially, my dad was generally agitated by most everything. So, it had to be bare and spartan.

Over time, a few things were added.

Succulent plant for the window. A colorful bolster pillow. I made a shadow or memory box with pictures, some meaningful favorite things that were a conversation piece.

Another family temporarily replaced the bifold clothes closet doors with curtains; easier for the staff and resident to access.

Consider storing clothes only on hangers. Provide hangers. This way, laundry doesn't have to be folded. Laundry done in house is typically put on hangers. Easier for staff, easier for resident. My mom used to put entire outfits together for my dad and have it all on hangers for the aide who helped in or later, got him dressed.

Dresser drawers can be used for photo albums and maybe extra supplies and or reserve clothing.

A collapsible hamper. Keep in bottom of closet. [/quote]

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