How to Decorate a Hospital Bed
Hospitals are not the most cheerful places. For those that are stuck in hospital beds, it can be a miserable experience. Decorating the hospital bed can bring some bright colors and pleasant decor into an otherwise dreary room. The cost is minimal, so it's something that even those on a budget can afford to do.
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Instructions
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Put on vibrantly-colored linens. Choose bright, solid colors or sheets with a cheerful pattern. Consider how often the staff of the hospital may change the sheets and have a few extra sets on hand. If the patient has allergy problems, you need to purchase hypoallergenic linens.
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Decorate the bed with pillows. In addition to the regular bed pillows, include one or two throw pillows. These small pillows are especially helpful for those that need to keep a limb elevated for an extended period of time.
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Place stuffed animals on the bed. Stuffed animals are not just for children; some adults love them as well. When someone isn't feeling well, a stuffed animal can provide comfort, no matter the patient's age. Make sure the animals are relatively small so the bed won't be crowded.
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Add a throw cover to the bed. Consider using a throw cover that has an image on it of something that the patient loves. For example, if the person is a huge fan of a specific sports team, buy a team throw cover. It may help the patient feel a little more like they're home to have something they love so close to them.
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Tape up pictures onto the headboard. This is a good way to keep pictures nearby, especially if the patient cannot see items that are far away. The pictures can serve as motivation for the patient to work hard to get better and a reminder of the love and support they have during their hospital stay. Put pictures on the footboard too so that the patient is surrounded by loved ones.
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Tips & Warnings
For special occasions, consider placing appropriately-themed decor on the hospital bed. For example, on the patient's birthday you can tie bunches of balloons to the bed, or for Christmas you can hang wreaths.
Keep track of everything you decorate the bed with just in case it gets misplaced while the hospital staff is caring for the patient or housekeeping is cleaning the room.
Avoid putting a substantial amount of decorations on the bed so the patient has plenty of room to lay in the bed and be comfortable.
