One area where I realize I've made a LOT of accommodations is clothing. I was just getting something off my dresser and noticed a small jewelry box. It dawned on me that I haven't worn jewelry for...? Months? Unless it's a necklace that just slips over my head, jewelry is a pain to fiddle with, and just One More Thing.

I haven't worn pantyhose for...? Years. I don't wear things that need ironing, I don't buy things that say "hand wash" or "dry flat", and I don't even know where the nearest dry-cleaner is.

I wear dark colors. I LIKE dark colors to begin with, and you can get two or three days out of a dark sweatshirt. If clothing doesn't have buttons, they aren't going to fall off, and you won't have to sew them on.

Nothing that fastens in the back, including undergarments. Cardigans, vests and jackets with big pockets. Loose fitting things that don't aggravate my skin or startle my muscles. And that can be removed quickly as I'm stumbling through the bathroom door.

I can't deal with "outfits". I'd buy three navy blue sweatshirts and three pair of pants, and who CARES if people think I never change clothes? As if anybody really notices.

I haven't worn shoes or boots that have laces or buckles for years. It's One More Thing.

And nothing that has to be straightened, adjusted, aligned, or fussed with.

I plan where I am walking and calculate the amount of effort it will take me to get back when I walk somewhere. I also look everywhere for obstacles and trip hazards. I no longer feel confident when I am carrying a cup of tea or coffee. The harder I concentrate on keeping the contents in the mug, the more I spill.

I am now ridiculously aware of the location of toilets, and the number of stairs at a place in relation to my fatigue level. I have to be very careful that I don't get lost because I tend to lose my sense of direction very easily. I have trained myself to physically move my head (more than usual) when I am driving - if I just look to the left with my eyes (and don't turn my head sufficiently) double vision sets in.

Happy days! Still, at least I have found practical ways to avoid mishap.

Lyn

This is an interesting thread. Making accomodations is very difficult for some people to do, IMO.

I don't have MS, but I do have mobility issues, with my PN feet and my severe arthritis, which gets worse by the year!

Like BTY, I have a very helpful husband who I does some things for me. Carrying stuff up and down stairs, lifting heavy odd things, etc. He does the wash, and I fold.

He plants, and I grow the plants from seed, and decide what and where they will be. Basically I organize and he helps.
I try and do most things for myself, and only ask him for big things, since I know he gets tired of helping me some days.
Many projects now are both of us working in our own ways to get something done...as he appreciates having me as company without any nagging.

I use a walking hiking pole now for outside, and up and down our steep outside stairs down to the street. This is mostly for balance.

I do some of the same tricks mentioned here, except I do wear underwear still But I wear easy to wash and care for clothing, and have minimal shoes that my feet will tolerate. With my left foot scar on the instep ..many shoes that hit that spot are now off limits for me. It is rare when I find a shoe or slipper, or slide that I can safely wear!

I've used the same programmable remote for 20 yrs. I buy them from ebay, have 5. Program it the way I like so I never have to fumble over buttons I don't need. Don't know how anyone could use more then 1!

I also take a different route- exercise every day, take testosterone, low dose of estrogen & progesterone, ampyra, b12 ect putting off getting much worse the best I can.

I like alot of the tricks mentioned though. This is a great thread.

There are so many great suggestions and ideas shared here!

Here is a website I found while looking for household items for disabled folks. They have alot of really neat stuff........http://www.pattersonmedical.com/?gcl...FREr7AodyHInHg

i still do buy a lg laundry liquid detergent, but, i also have a small one and transfer from lg to small so i can handle it better.

i have to plan most of what i do to conserve energy. like shower today so i won't be so tired when i go out tomorrow.

i don't cook much either. i have one of those battery can openers that go around automatically. it's great.

i also shop online. a lot of what you guys already suggested.
great thread.

Good thread!!Alot of good ideas I could use. Everyday something seems to get worse. I am now using a cane but I think a walker would be better. With the weather getting warmer I won't have to worry about cooking. Bagged salads and sandwiches will get me through along with covering the major food groups.