Our caseworker said my Mother with dementia would not do well in an adult day program or assisted living because of her aggressive behavior. I don't understand because my mother is not aggressive at all. We were told that if she were to go into an assisted living home she would be sedated the whole time. Does anyone know if this is true? Please need help now!
Thank you
Is the caseworker suggesting an alternate placement ? What would that be?
Just so you understand, only a doctor or Nurse Practioner can write a prescription . Facilities don't medicate patients without specific orders from a doctor.
Most Memory Care facilities have patients who act out occasionally. Dementia units would be empty if only well behaved, full compliant, cooperative patients were allowed.
I don't think it's legal to restrain residents with drugs or anything else.
Memory Care staff are trained to work with the patient. The doctors prescribe medication to treat anxiety, delusions, etc. that dementia patients have. Sometimes that also calms the aggression. If the resident is too aggressive, I think they are sent to a psychiatric hospital.
I would research the options in your state and see what is available.