I believe a large part of this is just fear...at least with my mom (86). I encountered this problem when she was in her early 70s...I told her that we would either get in my car and go to her doctor appointment or I would be calling 911, they would come, put her on a gurney and take her. Yes, pretty harsh, but it worked and I've not had any problems since then. I just made it clear to her that she was going to that doctor and I would do whatever to get her there.
This is common, but it doesn't make it any less frustrating for you.
He is not listening to you, but he may listen to a friend. Does he have a friend who has any influence, or a pastor, priest or Rabbi? Many times, a third party can help a lot. Will he go to the dentist? If he does that, you could contact his dentist and ask the dentist to tell your dad that he needs a checkup.
Good luck with this. Please let us know if anything helps. Carol
He is not listening to you, but he may listen to a friend. Does he have a friend who has any influence, or a pastor, priest or Rabbi? Many times, a third party can help a lot. Will he go to the dentist? If he does that, you could contact his dentist and ask the dentist to tell your dad that he needs a checkup.
Good luck with this. Please let us know if anything helps.
Carol