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Hi everyone I am an only child 65 years old taking care of my 94 year old dad.. His dementia is going through. where he has "Sundowning" and sometimes start early in the day..He sleep most of the time. he is not mobile and wheelchair bound..I do everything on the bed regarding bathroom number 2..he is on a catheter..Finding a care home is not feasible do to our financial conditions....I don't have people I know or friends to talk about my situation though ChatGPT is very informative I would like to reach out to people who are in my similiar condition....it is getting lonely and sometimes I cry to myself..wondering what is going to happen next

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This sounds overwhelming, I’m sorry you don’t have help and fear you may be injured trying to continue doing this. I’m sure it’s very isolating as well, it’s good you reached out here. Many of us have been or are currently caring for a loved one and know the challenges. I hope you’ll reach out in your county to the local aging services agency for possible help your dad may qualify for. My mother lived in a nursing home using Medicaid after funds quickly ran out. We were blessed by kind and competent care for her. I wish you rest and peace
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"Finding a care home is not feasible do to our financial conditions"

I agree that you need to see an attorney that specializes in elder care issues. Hopefully he can get Medicaid and you can get him placed.
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You seem to be burning out. Your Dad would never really want this for you. Call your Dad's doctor and have him assessed for LTC, because Medicaid covers this type of medical facility care . If he qualifies medically, then he may also qualify financially (which is a separate application found online or by contacting social services for your county). Then, it will be affordable and you can have your life back.

My MIL was bedbound and in an excellent facility on Medicaid for 7 years. She got wonderful care there -- better than I could have ever provided for her at home.

It would be helpful to know Ii you are living in your Dad's house? Are you his PoA?

More information would be helpful.
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Please keep in touch. We would like to hear from you. We have been there.
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Thank you ..everything that I am going thru I know many others are going thru maybe a worse situation.. finding comfort I am not alone helps a lot
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See an Elder Law attorney who will explain how to qualify your father for a care facility under Medicaid. At 65 you should be able to enjoy your life and visit him as a daughter rather than having to be housebound and sacrifice your social life, your mental health, and your physical health for someone who needs 24/7 care.
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I'm sorry to hear of your struggles, and welcome you here where you're amongst friends.
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