Pondering a nursing home

[Penn]

We are getting closer to the day my gram should be in a home. I am not the decider- that would be my uncle.

I dont know that we can go too much longer the way things are now.

I dont want to be a family disruption--- but - how to measure this need- and when to say when.

Family is in from Chicago- so we been visiting and catching up.

I dont think my uncle will want her in a home. but that day is getting closer.

I am trying to figure out what my grandfather would want me to do.

 

[Aubuy]

It's a slow day on the internet so I'm going to take a stab at answering this question. This is between your gram and her child (your uncle). Don't worry about what your grandfather wanted. He's out of the picture now. If your gram is safe, has food and shelter, and does not have to deal with pain, then there is nothing more you need to do except love her. I hope that helps.

 

[Penn]

Right now there is a care taker that comes once a week. I sort of wondered if that lady thought there was the need for a home- she would say something.

 

[Penn]

today family was all over there- we met with my uncle and the care taker. I am satisfied.

I think we are in good shape.

 

[Jay]

when I read the thread title I though you were looking for one for yourself :rotflmbo:

 

[searcher]

Lotta things go into consideration with this.

- What kind of care does the person in question really need?
- Can he / she actually be taken care of at home?
- Will the house need to be updated or will major work need to be done?
- Insurance and money are a big factor. What will your insurance cover? Do you have enough cash to pay for things not covered by insurance? Will you lose a house to a care provider?
- What is the best solution for all involved?

More to come later.

 

[WinkWink]

 

[Goldhedge]

Maccarena?




don't you just love resurrecting 11 year old threads...?

 

[Viking]

Is that you in the back wearing the shades?

 

[Viking]