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People fall in nursing homes, assisted living centers, day cares and out on the sidewalk. Unless there is negligence, there shouldn't be any reason for any kind of lawsuit. Do what we will, older people will fall. That said, if you are truly worried, talk with an attorney. But your mother fell in her "own home." That happens.
Take care,
Carol
Mom checked the slip/fall box and it asks for homeowner info. so we filled that out.
I'm sure it is just a formality, but it got me thinking about liability. We have a caregiver coming in while we are at work. Mom can't be left alone in case she falls again. I hate to think that here we are trying to be good children, and do the right thing, and here comes the government to slap us with a bill...
So, I was wondering if things like that can happen, I have never heard of it. I am learning as I go, with mom and her needs.
Thank you.
I think you are safe, but to be sure call a lawyer and your insurance company. Ask them about an umbrella policy. My mom fell too, but did not have to go to the hospital. It is worth looking into. Good luck
Linda
Actually it does not apply. If you should receive further contact, just explain that your mom fell at home *where she lives* with family - - that is that. Unless you have a lawyer in the family that can advise you for free, hold off on it and treat it like what it is - a fall at home, no fault.
I have found as a sole daughter-caregiver that sometimes we are so used to worrying that the worry switch stays on & we burn out on things that might not become problems. I am in a good space between any illness or hospitalizations, so I can offer this hard-earned advice. Try not to worry about the 'what ifs' that if possible, and try to save a little bit of energy and piece of mind for yourself. Caregiving is like running a marathon, you have to pace yourself.
Hope this helps,
Jackie
Special thanks to Cat...yup, my worry switch has been stuck in the 'ON' position, and now I will make a conscious effort to turn it off. Also, I like the marathon comment, I do need to pace myself better. Bless you all, my peeps in the trenches.
ilovemymommie
Hope this helps.
Linda