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Lasting love and devotion is so heartwarming and beautiful to behold, aren't you the lucky one to have parents that love one another and want to care for one another.
How to suggest it's time for outside in-home help? What is their objection? The price? The loss of some privacy? The feeling of dependency? With my 2 90+ yr old aunties, they were very resistant. I did the homework in advance before talking to them. You can show them prices, vet different services, tell your dad you'll request a guy as an aid. They don't have to have a ton of care at first and they can quit it at any time.
Also, not sure if a condo is the right move. A full-spectrum senior community is more appropriate so they won't have to up-end themselves again as your dad requires more and more attention. Eventually in-home care will exceed the cost of a facility and then family is left juggling the complexities of multiple caregivers and the attendant issues. They will need time to reconcile this possibility, as many people tend to romanticize their aging journey. But they seem like reasonable people. Good luck!
Whatever you decide to do will be made with that heart and it will work out for all. You are a treasure to your family.
Remember though, it is okay to ask for help and to share a burden that has become to heavy. Hugs!
Whilst it is great they are considering downsizing - I agree that it would make sense to move where, if or as their support needs increase these can continue to be catered for without the added burden on yourself or your mum to find and pay for further support.
Unfortunately most support is usually on one sibling with others busy with their own lives. I used to do my work reports between 23.00 and 01.30 every night after caring and somehow be up at 05.30 again!
Hope you can find a suitable volunteer to help with the appointments. Best of luck to your lovely parents in their quest for a new place - moving is a stressful event.
Regards,
there are 2 bedroom suites and you can have your own car- come and go as u please. My dad said even the mail at home was over whelming for him, my brother does his mail and bill paying. Dad has made many new friends and seems to be enjoying the last few years of his life.... and we sleep really good at night knowing his needs are being met ❤️
What is the "condo-type community"? If your mother is perhaps thinking it will be adequate because perhaps it is one-level living, she needs to think again (with your help). They simply MUST plan for more help.
Time to set your boundaries now. Tell them you simply cannot take time off from work. People talk a lot about volunteers doing all sorts of things (rides, accompanying to doctor appointments, sitting with elders so the primary caregiver can get out, etc.). Maybe it's just my area, but I don't see a lot of volunteers doing these tasks (at least I don't see them doing the appointments, shopping; don't know if there are volunteer visitors in homes). People around here are utilizing the handicap transit or, (most often) a family member (usually a daughter, of course) is doing the transporting and taking around. Sometimes it's a paid caregiver. I would be very hesitant to haul elders around to appointments on a volunteer basis, for fear of what could happen if there was an accident.
Will your parents realize enough money from the sale of "the home place" to be able to take care of their own needs? Everyone really needs to be looking at the plan for down the road. You are going to be it if there isn't good long-range planning being done now.
A few years ago, we realized that we could not maintain our lovely home in New Hampshire. He would not be driving much longer. We needed to change our lifestyle.
This is is what we did. We found a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC). This is more supportive than choosing a condo. They provide independent living for those who choose this life style and assistance for those people who want/need it - but they are designed for seniors. Most provide free transportation, a wellness center, a meal plan ,etc. Of course, it is safe, no stairs, emergency cords etc. We have a pool and fitness center and activities for your choosing. I swim a lot. Transportation to the grocery store or doctors is a big relief. I drive sometimes and use the ‘company car’ for other trips. Different facilities offer slightly different plans, but, basically, there is support for seniors.
The import word here is “continuing “. You can be as independent as you like, but they will have a skilled nursing or assisted living available, so if one of us has hip surgery or becomes ill, there is medical care on the premises. There is a lot of information how to cope with our special needs. Perhaps you may need extra care after an illness or physical therapy, etc.
Is it perfect? No, but it is better than being alone and stressed out. My mantra is “it’s the wisest thing we can do at this time of our lives”
I strongly suggest this choice over a condo. It is designed to support seniors. I would check it out.
I am so with you on your choices, well done!