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Help! I'm just overwhelmed with my dad. He still lives in his house, and he's mentally ok. But, I'm worn out...

Asked by DianaS | Jul 2, 2009

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megandale1959

Dec 1, 2010

We all need it, especially now taking care of out elders. Sometimes I don't know, but I am willing to listen and just maybe have a suggestion or 2. Megan(smile) and dance.sigh.

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Jsomebody

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Dec 1, 2010

If it is support and information and tips, this site is all about it...moving furniture might be a bit much...What is going on there?

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DianaS

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Dec 1, 2010

I'm just overwhelmed with my dad. He still lives in his house, and he's mentally ok. He can't walk much and he had a stroke several years ago, and has aphasia. I'm there in the AM and PM. Luckily, my job hours are flexible, but it's really tough and he doesn't want any "outsiders" in to help clean, etc..He does cook a little. But, I'm worn out washing, cleaning, driving to doctors, banks, grocery stores and such. I spend a lot of my own money because he doesn't think certain things are necessary. My brother and sister in law are local, but only visit once or twice a year. I know it doesn't sound right, but I wish I could get paid for all the stuff I do.

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Jsomebody

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Dec 1, 2010

I know how you feel, minus the driving, I am 24 7 care giver here but don't drive so HE pays for cabs and I am unpaid escort..Worn out is like I don't know just the main modus oporandi now....

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DianaS

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Dec 1, 2010

At least he pays for the cabs...lol. My dad would make me find somebody to drive us for free.

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Jsomebody

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Dec 2, 2010

Oh man, scrounging rides I can not do! I will shove us on the city bus ifn I Have to!