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I feel like start running and not look back!
Caregivers: Dementia | Last Active: Dec 24, 2024 | Replies (137)Comment receiving replies
Has the Home Health Care agency sent different staff members with different personalities to see if one clicks with your Dad? I doubt the others are harsh or disrespectful but maybe a different approach with him would work. I dealt with this with my Dad but one clicked with him and they'd chat about different things and he allowed her to shave him etc. She was sent by God! Mom was different as she loved anyone who helped her life be better.
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That’s a great idea, but this CNA is ideal. He’s religious, friendly, laughs at daddy’s jokes….couldn’t be a better fit. Daddy even resisted help from the housecleaners who came several times. And they were long time family friends who he has known and loved since their childhood! Still fussed about them being in his bedroom. No one could please him. Both of my patents are control freaks.
My brother was firm with him and he seems to be a little better. Last visit I had work and couldn’t be present, so one of my nieces came to be with my mom.
These last couple of days have been very overwhelming. It’s too much work for me. I’m going to look for a place for them both. Unless in bed, they need continuous care. I had to cancel my work day to accommodate last minute plans she made without consulting me to entertain most of our family for a holiday celebration in the home today! I thought I had until 25th. So, last minute shopping, cooking, banking,…..