Dad is 85 and very fit ???? He fall's over often and is not well in his mind ! Classic old age ?? He drives most day's and has a large car but can not remember this morning. He care's and cooks for my mother every day and I live 200 miles away ! He will not admit he is old and we joke when I visit. He spends all day alone as mom is in bed and they sleep different hours. He ( Dad ) has said he will not give up his licence or even consider speaking to his Doctor because no one would be able to care for mom if he did not drive !!
My family life is different like most but I do worry that if he takes one of these ( Transient ischaemic attack's ) he could possible kill someone ?? He does not travel far only to the shop's etc. and is in bed at 7:30 pm . He drives much faster than me and in a big car !!
What can I do to help ???
I know, easier said then done when it comes to downsizing and moving. I've been trying to budge my parents out of their house for the past couple of years. Maybe when they are 100 :P
Are you an only child or do you have siblings?
Is your dad a vet? He and your mom might qualify for benefits for vets.
Do you have your own family?
Are there any friends, neighbors or church members who might be able to help in some way?
Do your parents have the financial resources to hire some help?
I still want to know if you have medical and durable POA for each of them?
Please keep in touch.