The Henry B. Betts LIFE Center is a multimedia education center that provides opportunities for Learning, Innovation, Family and Empowerment for people living with a wide range of cognitive and physical impairments, chronic conditions or diseases affecting function — i.e., Ability.
We provide a starter set of core educational materials for a selected program, sectioned into key topics.
Bladder Care
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Incontinence: Tips to Manage
This video from the National Stroke Association explains the different kinds of incontinence and some strategies to manage this condition.
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Online VideoLifeCenter Item
Urinary Tract Infections
Urinary tract infections are a common complication for people with a disability, especially those who require catheterization (insertion of a tube to drain the bladder).
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Info SheetLifeCenter Item
Caring for Urinary Supplies: General Guidelines
Follow these safety tips when handling urinary supplies at home. · Wash hands before handling supplies, including retrieving from delivery container, and gloves if necessary
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Info SheetLifeCenter Item
Urinary System Overview
After a disabling event, it is common for bladder habits to change. Some people have problems emptying their bladder, while others may have urinary accidents.
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Info SheetLifeCenter Item
Bowel Care
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Bowel System: Understanding the Digestive Process and Common Problems
People with disabilities often experience a change in bowel patterns. Understanding how the digestive system works and common problems can help adjust to their bowel changes.
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Info SheetLifeCenter Item