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I Have Good News And Bad News

The bad news is that my mom has to go into a care home. The good news is that she will get better medical care there than just living with family members.

It was a very hard decision for my family to make. But she's been setting things on fire in the microwave, getting stuck in the bathtub while trying to call at neighbors from the window, and calling emergency services frequently even when there were other arrangements like local keyholder and nurses in the neighborhood. She is also a stroke survivor and in her 80's.
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It is among the toughest decisions to make. I hated doing it - but she would not allow any ‘hired hands’ to help and I couldn’t stay awake 24/7.

She seemed quite contented there. But it is true it’s wise for the family to keep an eye on things. I’d suggest the family sit down together and try to make a schedule so your mom’s care is attended to and no one person has to bear all the burden. It’s better than everybody showing up together on Sunday afternoon.
purplepen · 51-55, F
@Mamapolo2016 Yes. They will take turns and I will ask them if there's anything I can do.