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Caring for Mother: She doesn't trust my care. Suggestions?
Caregivers | Last Active: Dec 2, 2019 | Replies (69)Comment receiving replies
@jakedduck1 You are trying so hard! A gerontologist can act as a specialist or as a PCP. Good idea to try one. I’m sure that your Mom’s current PCP would welcome some help in treating your Mom. He/she may also recommend so physical therapy to help you and your mom do things safely. She might listen to someone who is hired to help, but you don’t want to do that until she’s had a full evaluation so the best decisions are made.
Why are you thinking of a psychologist? I’m not a doctor. I’m a nurse and I would suggest meeting your Mom’s need for safety comes first. Will you let us know how things go, Leonard? Becky
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Only reason I was thinking of a Psychologist was to see if something could be done about her fear which is a safety concern, especially for me. It’s very hard to lift her as she fights me. She tells me to slow down when we’re stopped. She was sitting early this morning and she says “I want to sit down.” I tell her you are sitting, “I want to stand up” I ask why “I don’t know” She said “Don’t pay any attention to me” ?????????
Jake