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Where can i find a pt (rockville md) to teach transfer skills to caregiver to move mom (95 pounds) from bed to chair? she is in hospice /non terminal

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Caregiver: Please ask the folks at hospice for a referral or your family doctor. An Occupational Therapist may be helpful here and w/related issues. Also, Visiting Nurses association may have referrals. The very best to you and your mom. Peace and good health.

Answered 2/3/2018

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A member asked:

Where can i find a pt (rockville md) to teach transfer skills to caregiver to move mom (95 pounds) from bed to chair? she is in hospice /non terminal

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bernard Seif answered

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