My father is 88 yo, almost incontinent and can barely walk so is almost housebound. He told me today he no longer wants to live. Any advice?
61-69, M
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Carla1951 · 70-79, F
Though it may well be difficult to face, you might consider a nursing facility. He could make new friends, maybe find a GIRL-FRIEND (someone to hold hands with)
Fact here, he feels he's a burden to you.
Check a few out. Know that even in a nursing facility doesn't mean he would be unable to return home on an occasional visit.
Check and see. His Medicare may even pay for this.
I would go and collect my Mom on occasion, And take her with Wheel Chair to a shopping center to 'Look around'
He needs more. More Attention, More people like himself so he doesn't feel he's alone in the world or a burden to his family.
Nursing homes have activities. Often buses of children come to these centers and sing to the recipients. Depends on the 'holiday'
Teens come from High-Schools and act out a PLAY. These Children are then taught Respect for their elders.
Fact here, he feels he's a burden to you.
Check a few out. Know that even in a nursing facility doesn't mean he would be unable to return home on an occasional visit.
Check and see. His Medicare may even pay for this.
I would go and collect my Mom on occasion, And take her with Wheel Chair to a shopping center to 'Look around'
He needs more. More Attention, More people like himself so he doesn't feel he's alone in the world or a burden to his family.
Nursing homes have activities. Often buses of children come to these centers and sing to the recipients. Depends on the 'holiday'
Teens come from High-Schools and act out a PLAY. These Children are then taught Respect for their elders.
samueltyler2 · 80-89, M
Check with your primary care doctor! I don't know the rules in the UK but there may be something that can help the situation.