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AND…it was an absolute godsend when that all finally happened. Yes they took her by police then ambulance, they transported her 6 hours away. But it was the only way.
but I was finally able to gain peace knowing my mom would be safe. she of course hates it. She never returned to her home. I had to clean it all out and sell it. 2years later she still insists she is in jail, and wants to know when she is getting out. which unfortunately I kind of go along with it. I tell her it is for her own good because she is safer now.
I would have rather had things go differently … but they didn’t. I will not lie..I have guilt over how it all happened. APS actually was the worst to me. They insisted that I should have either moved in with her (I have a family and a full time business that I run) or had her move in with me…which based on all the issues leading up to this, was never going to happen.
my point to you is that yes, you will feel guilt. I still do at times. But it is the best possible outcome. They are no longer able to properly care for themselves and if you are able to get the services needed to ensure both of their safety it will make you feel so much more secure knowing they are in good hands.
Wow. I didn't know that APS was also going to try and guilt a relative into taking over the elder's care, much like the hospital discharge planners try to do.
Now I know to warn others about this, too. Thanks for sharing your experience!
Agree so much with MeDolly that we often have to make hard decisions caring for the elderly. Feels like everyday. But when they need to be cared for, then that's what they need, whether they like it or not.
Unfortunately, sometimes we have to make hard decisions when it comes to caring for our elderly.
Medications will reduce anxiety and may help.
Yes he will be pissed off.
He may say he hates you all.
BUT you are doing this for his own good, his safety as well as your mom's.
Discuss with the facility where he is going to be placed and ask them what they advise as far as easing transition.
I am wondering will they just place him or place him in the hospital to get him stabilized on medications first? You might want to ask next time you discuss with APS and lawyers. I think his doctor should be involved as well.