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How do I deal with my mother, who just returned home from rehab after suffering from a broken hip?

Asked by mimi15236 | Mar 17, 2010

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Carol Bradley Bursack, Mar 19, 2010

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Is she alone or with you? If she is alone, I'd look into many hours of help from an in-agency. If she is with you, you will need some respite, so you still may want to hire some help so you can get out.

Generally, there is some care through Medicare after a patient goes home. You didn't say if she is home straight from the hospital or from intermediate care. Either way, I'd look into getting help into the home. Medicare won't pay for custodial help - just medical. If she is on Medicaid, they may pay for some hours of care.
Carol

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