I am looking for a bed topper (memory foam--ironic, isn't it?--or egg crate) that is also waterproof, OR a waterproof cover for a bed topper. The one on my dad's bed is ruined as a result of his changing status, and I need something that doesn't need to go to the laundry. I need something that can be disinfected with a spray and cloth, so it can be used every day. I want to make Dad's bed more comfortable; he's at a nursing home and his bed is like your typical hospital bed. Thanks in advance for your help!!!
Next get a waterproof mattress cover that is waterproof on at least 5 sides (6 is better). I like the ones with terry cloth, and no padding.
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Make the bed in this order: Put your memory foam ;-) or egg crate on top of the mattress; then the waterproof mattress protector; then a 30" x 40" (approx) quilted pad with a waterproof backing; then a fitted sheet; then another 30" x 40" quilted pad; then another fitted sheet.
It seems like a lot, but if the bed gets wet during the night, you only have to remove the sheet and quilted pad, and the bed is ready to sleep in again. 95% of the time, I never have to remove anything except the sheet and the quilted pad.
Good luck,
Jamie
The alternating pressure mattress is available to put on a hospital bed frame or on other frames. They can be rented. If you're on hospice, they will be supplied. Sometimes the VA will supply.
I have seen other residents there in hospital beds and they just didn't look comfortable to me. I have only slept in a hospital bed one time and it was horrible. I'm not sure how I feel about it. Can you request an upscale model? lol
A waterproof cover that could be wiped down would be possible, if you think that the staff would clean and sanitize it each time.
I would ask about the alternating pressure mattress. The cover can be wiped down but due to the air flow you can not put another cover on it.
Mattresses can be rented most of the time they are paid for by Medicare and they can be changed out so if one becomes soiled it can be replaced quickly, usually within 24 hours. When my Husband was on Hospice we first got an alternating pressure mattress then another type that had air chambers that would fill and deflate if that is how you set it or they would remain static. (a bit loud but never had pressure sores so it was worth it!)
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