Now this solution will not help you know, But in the future it may.

Need to have the chair around for occasional use, but don't want to look at it or have others see it? Go geta chair cover made for those cheap outdoor white plastic chairs
Try to find one that isn't to ugly, cover the commonde and put a pillow on it. Instant extra seating for your next party .

I hope you don't think I am making lite of your issues, Just trying to help. It worked for mother once when she was sick