Encourage Their Participation
Often, people have incontinence episodes simply because they have difficulty getting to the toilet in time. Getting the person you care for to begin a simple walking exercise program may increase their mobility. If necessary, encourage them to use adaptive equipment like a cane, walker or wheelchair. Whether they begin a walking exercise program or not, consider placing a bedpan or commode close to their bed or chair.
Plan regular trips to the toilet. Gradually increase the interval between trips over several weeks. Make it a goal to go every two hours – about how long it takes the bladder to fill with one cup of urine.