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If it's the type that is fixed to the bowl rim with clamps, you might want to take it off from time to time and clean underneath as well.
Ask an OT to have a look. There are several different types of seats and frames to help people stand and sit more easily and it could be you'll find one that is better for her and easier to keep fresh.
My MIL had one like CM is talking about were its bolted down. We used her bathroom on one visit and all I could smell was urine. I found that somehow she had peed between the toilet bowl edge and the highriser. I know, I could have had my husband unbolt it but I just got my hand between the two things and wiped good with the bathroom cleaner she used. I liked the bolt down idea so when I needed to buy one for Mom, I was able to find one that hinged for easier cleaning on the internet.
If you are talking about one that just comes off and on, I never found a problem with them. Where I worked had a loan closet. I was responsible for making sure the equipment was clean before storing. We had a cleaner that EMTs used to clean down ambulances. Its has no bleach. I researched, and they are called biohazard cleaners. Seems sold on Amazon. But, I would think cleaning in bleach would work. Maybe taking outside and scrubbing down and let it Sun dry. Maybe give it a good soak. 10 parts water to 1 part bleach should kill any germs.
The smell is probably from residue left between the toilet and the raised seat. What I did with my mom's raised seat, was to apply silicone caulk generously between toilet and seat, then bolt it down. Clean the excess silicone the oozes from the sides well before using.
I did mine when first installed, so you'll have to thoroughly clean all surfaces and dry them if you are going to do it after being used already.
Make sure to use 100% silicone rated for bath use. A big tube is around $7 to $8.
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
VI. No Waiver of Your Rights.
APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
I agree that:
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I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
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APFM may provide information to me electronically. My electronic signature on agreements and documents has the same effect as if I signed them in ink.
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This E-Sign Acknowledgement and Authorization applies to these Disclosures and all future Disclosures related to APFM's services, unless I revoke my authorization. You may revoke this authorization in writing at any time (except where we have already disclosed information before receiving your revocation.) This authorization will expire after one year.
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You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
I'm amazed at how well baking soda gets smells out of plastic.
Ask an OT to have a look. There are several different types of seats and frames to help people stand and sit more easily and it could be you'll find one that is better for her and easier to keep fresh.
If you are talking about one that just comes off and on, I never found a problem with them. Where I worked had a loan closet. I was responsible for making sure the equipment was clean before storing. We had a cleaner that EMTs used to clean down ambulances. Its has no bleach. I researched, and they are called biohazard cleaners. Seems sold on Amazon. But, I would think cleaning in bleach would work. Maybe taking outside and scrubbing down and let it Sun dry. Maybe give it a good soak. 10 parts water to 1 part bleach should kill any germs.
What I did with my mom's raised seat, was to apply silicone caulk generously between toilet and seat, then bolt it down.
Clean the excess silicone the oozes from the sides well before using.
I did mine when first installed, so you'll have to thoroughly clean all surfaces and dry them if you are going to do it after being used already.
Make sure to use 100% silicone rated for bath use. A big tube is around $7 to $8.
Are you sure it’s the seat? Could the smell be from somewhere else in the room?