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We have many posts about relatives whose dementia leads them to make racist, sexist and any other form of 'ist' comments that have lurked in their minds for most of their lives. It's a common problem for their family members. Perhaps you could read up on this to reassure yourself.
My head was reeling trying to keep up with this improbable account, but the client has vascular dementia and we have already been instructed not to challenge or argue but only to reassure. So I just agreed that it was good the hospital had got a grip on security [by hiding nurses in the ceiling. Yeah right] and she was happy.
However. IF this client alleged that someone had stolen from her or insulted her or mistreated her, we would still have no option but to report it. Just because a person is nuts it doesn't make her immune to abuse.
I have had complaints made about me, and I have had my ears ripped off about them by my manager before I could get a word in edgeways to explain. It is extremely unpleasant and you have my heartfelt sympathy. Have you at least been told what has been alleged? - because surely you do have the right to be informed of that in good time before you are required to respond.
PS I am really sorry to read that you feel this is a colour issue. I wish I could be sure it wasn't, but I just don't know what to say about that.
Have you had previous problems with your accuser?
That's about all that you can honestly do. I wish you the best.
Answer any questions truthfully. Do not add or embellish your answers.
If you are in a Union (and I doubt that you are) you can ask for a Union Rep. If you wish you could also hire a lawyer to be with you during any interview.
ANY accusation has to be treated the same way. Check your employee handbook this should all be written out what the steps are.