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I’m simply unable to keep my house as clean as when I was not so disabled. I let it bother me to no ends.

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Lehighton, PA

How does anyone cope with things that you are no longer able to do such as k

November 25, 2023
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Members shared how living with chronic illness has changed their ability to keep up with housework, and offered many ways to cope with that... Read more

Members shared how living with chronic illness has changed their ability to keep up with housework, and offered many ways to cope with that loss of control. Several members suggested practical tools like robot vacuums, lightweight vacuums, air scrubbers, long-handled sponges, and bar stools for sitting while doing chores, along with hiring cleaning help or asking family to pitch in. A recurring theme was giving yourself grace, finding humor in the struggle, and focusing on what you can do rather than what you can't.

A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Just do a little each day , I have a sponge on a long pole you’re suppose to use for washing your body . I use it in the bathroom so I don’t have to reach up or bend over . I use a bar stool to sit on to do the dishes and sit at the table to do any cooking prep . Even if you do just one room or one chore a day it helps .

January 31, 2024
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

To heck with it all! Do what my dad did before he met my mom, paint the bathroom black top to bottom and lay another layer of newspaper to the floors everyday. Or do what I do if guests come over, put out a sign that says, "if you see a mess, cleaning supplies are under the sink, help yourself". Seriously, no one notices the mess but yourself. If they do, point them to the sign.

November 28, 2023
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

As long as my bathroom and kitchen are clean, I don't worry about it. I do what I can when I can

November 30, 2023
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Laughter is the best medicine. 🤣

November 30, 2023
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

I probably woul have just asked for some of their weed so that I could cope with the mess😎

November 29, 2023

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