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Members shared deeply relatable experiences with loved ones who no longer recognize the toilet, describing challenges like peeing in trash... Read more

Members shared deeply relatable experiences with loved ones who no longer recognize the toilet, describing challenges like peeing in trash cans, using sinks or floors, or refusing to sit down at all. Several members offered practical strategies that have helped, including raising the toilet seat with handrails for safety, trying a bedside commode when the toilet feels too low or unfamiliar, and switching to a brightly colored toilet seat (especially yellow, as it's often the last color dementia patients can distinguish). A recurring theme was the emotional toll of watching this decline, met with prayers, solidarity, and encouragement to try creative solutions without judgment.