I hadn't thought of things I could do with bubble wrap! The Hoyer we have has a metal handle to open and close the "bars". I slipped a pool noodle over that, too. We also put pillows (small) under her elbows so the sling straps don't bruise her, and I have made pads to fit where the lift hits her crotch. Solutions I never dreamt I would have to figure out. No offense, PF, but I think my Mom does get better care at home because I don't have to get approval to try these things and I only have one person who needs care (well, my Dad does too, but not at the high-level of care my Mom does. His is more that I have to find things he misplaces).
I don't know what I would do without duct tape!
None taken, I wish more people could be taken care of at home by those who love them. Not that I don't love my residents...but mine is different than the love shown by family.
Horrible day at work today...but it was not because of the residents, boardrooms are the bane of my existence. When I got out on the floor and was able to give and receive hugs, the day was much better. Hug attacked a few visitors, too!