I had mitral valve and tricuspid valve repair surgery in November. My daughter came home to help and we did have the shower chair. My husband did have to wash my hair for a week or two. I slept in bed with my heart shaped pillow which I used every time I laid down and got up. Mayo gave me that. Lots of friends and family provided meals and that was a true blessing. It was much less horrible than I thought it would be. Best wishes and good luck