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    I'm sitting here at the computer, not fully dressed. My skirt is at my hips and I can't pull it up to my waist because I'm in a wheelchair. If I put it on over my head, I still have a problem. How do people get dressed while sitting in a wheelchair?? I can't stand up any more so dressing is becoming a huge problem. Today I had to cancel my volunteering because, for the first time, I can't get fully dressed. First time I ever had to do that, and it breaks my heart. Is there anyone out there who has been there and done that, and could maybe help me? Please. I'll take any suggestions.

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    Originally posted by gellexi View Post
    I'm sitting here at the computer, not fully dressed. My skirt is at my hips and I can't pull it up to my waist because I'm in a wheelchair. If I put it on over my head, I still have a problem. How do people get dressed while sitting in a wheelchair?? I can't stand up any more so dressing is becoming a huge problem. Today I had to cancel my volunteering because, for the first time, I can't get fully dressed. First time I ever had to do that, and it breaks my heart. Is there anyone out there who has been there and done that, and could maybe help me? Please. I'll take any suggestions.
    So sorry for your dilemma. There are clothes that are termed "adaptive" clothing. They are made specifically with disabilities in mind. Everything from undergarments to skirts, blouses, etc.

    Some are made with a wheelchair in mind, some for those who have limited use of their hands, and so forth.

    I've never explored them myself, but I used to know a woman who used this type of clothing. It gave her independence, in not needing so much help to get dressed.

    If you google "adaptive clothing" I'm sure you'll come up with some sites, or even "clothes for wheelchair" should bring up some sites.

    Hope you find something to make your dressing easier.

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      Getting Dressed

      Thank you, RDMC, for your suggestion. I am aware of adaptive clothing and will look into it further on Google. Wish me luck.

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        My Mom had ALS for 8 years, 6 of which she was in a chair full-time. We altered her skirts with Velcro for easy on/off, and added magnetic or Velcro closures to tops and cardigans. We had a few items custom-made too. I also knitted her some alpaca leg warmers--which made her laugh as it was flashback to bad 80s fashion (she wore suits professionally for years).

        If your local community college has a tailoring/sewing program OR nursing/rehab program...you may be able to get assistance with adaptive clothing--and students can get credit. Also physical therapists and rehab specialists are a great resource.
        RRMS 2011, Copaxone 2011-2013, Tecfidera 2013-current

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