The social worker at the rehab tells you Mom needs 24/7 supervision — what does that mean to your mom and you? She can no longer live independently — who will take care of mom and where? You’ve seen it coming and discussed it with her and your siblings but now there is no choice. Mom can’t live alone. If she wants to move to a retirement community – do it now because bringing her home will remind her about how great home is and it’s likely she won’t move until the next hospitalization happens!
If mom and the family agree that she should stay home — do you want to provide the care yourself? If so, make sure you have lots of family and are prepared for a marathon not a sprint. You may want to talk with a Embolden Community Allies who will help you sort through medical, financial, and legal matters as well as determine the best living options for mom. In the meantime, you need to hire professional caregivers; do you hire 24/7 hourly care or Live-In care?
