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| What is a personal care garment? |
| How does it work? |
| The Honor Guard attaches in the back with Velcro. Women have a detachable Chest Shield, which attaches at the neck. The velcro tabs on the front of the wrap allow the chest shield to stay in place until personal care is needed. The specially treated fabric and anti-cling mesh lining allow water-friendly coverage in the shower. When using the Short-Term disposable garment, it's good to have two on hand as the dry one can cover the wet one when it needs to be remvoed. Then dry off the extra moisture and replace undergarments under the cover of the flap panels. After bathing, simply hang dry as you would a towel. Shake off any water from the wet garment and hang dry till next time. When the disposable Honor Guard is soiled, simply throw away. Or to extend the life of the disposble garment, it may be washed up to 10 times or more. The Terry Topper helps with the drying and dressing process as it covers the wet Honor Guard when bathing is done and it's time for dressing into dry clothes. Simply cover and remove the wet garment right under the dry flaps of the Terry Topper. It's absorbent terry-cloth dries the skin and allows privacy when undergarments are slipped on. If a bed bath is preferred, the Terry Topper is ideal. The design allows for easy and modest clothing changes too. Click here to watch a demo or Click here for answers to Frequently Asked Questions. |
It is not a gown or drape. It is a personal hygiene accessory specifically designed to protect privacy during assistance in the shower or while bathing. The original personal care garment was designed by our Founder Robin Lenart for her mother which she aptly named Honor Guard. It works wet or dry and also is useful during clothing changes or while on the commode. The garment provides hygiene help without humiliation of being fully exposed. The unique three flap design allows a caregiver easy access to intimate areas, while remaining covered. There are two types of garments, depending on need. The Short-term disposable lasts a few months and is made of a breathable non-woven fabric and is lined with an anti-cling mesh. A durable reusable version is made of nylon and polyester sport mesh and lasts as long as you need it. Dignity during personal care assistance is our goal. Raising the standard of care is our mission. You can help our mission by purchasing a personal care garment. |