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What do you do when the family caregivers are exhausted and the best place for your mom is a nursing home but she refuses to go?

Asked by firstgirl  |  Aug 28, 2010

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naheaton

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Aug 28, 2010

What about a temporary stay at asst living? Get her feet wet so to speak for a month and give you a break. You will have to make it mandatory though, brook NO excuse from her. Plus, you'll have to ignore the guilt she throws at you. Keep your eye on the prize of a month off.

 
 

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