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There is no perfect solution in these crazy times.

You can go crazy with worry with Mother in AL, locked up & lonely. Or you can go crazy taking care of Mother fulltime.

I suppose just choose the crazy you want? 🙃
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CopewithMother Nov 2020
Yup. That about sums it up Beatty :)
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I can understand why you may want to move her in with you in your home. I want to do the same for my LO, but I need a lot more help than I suspect you do. It’s a huge responsibility, but, I get it. To me, if it’s doable, I would do it, if you have the resources and set up. I’d explore what level of care she’s getting now, so you can determine if you feel comfortable with outside help coming in. Does she need help bathing, dressing, toileting, etc? Does she have sleep issues that keep her up at night. Does she resist care? Will she become demanding and invade your privacy? Do you have ramps, grab bars in bathroom, even flooring, etc. I’d consider all potential issues in advance.

Lots of people post on this board that moving seniors into their home was a huge mistake. I realize that, but for me, I want to bring my LO home, if at possible to make her comfortable and at peace, even if it is very difficult. Would she have more social interaction at the faculty? If she has friends and strong bonds with people at the AL, she may have more stimulation there than in your home. What does she say about it?
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