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[anahata56]

On Friday, Barb The Home Care Nurse (she takes care of both Mother AND me at this point) called me from Mom and Dad's house to let me know that Mom was running a fever of 101.6. Their doctor's office was closed for the day (which is a whole 'NOTHER issue, that may or may not be expanded upon later), and Mother was so weak that she probably could

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[ladyqkat]

Okay, having just recently been through this with my late mother, I know how difficult it can be. That you have family that is close enough to be emotional support for you will make things somewhat easier.

Yes, he does not realize how much he cannot do because, in his mind's eye, he is still as capable as he was even five years ago. That is what makes this transition so very, very difficult

[anahata56]

This is the place I suggested to them. They had friends who went there, so it is not an unfamiliar place to them, and it's not far from where we are now. I think it would be perfect for them--hell, after yesterday, I think it would be perfect for me! But the levels of care they offer are very flexible, and all the places are really cute, from what I can see here.

I have a request in to them for brochures, and want to take advantage of a tour for them. I think that once they are able to SEE it, they will see the advantages. But it's getting from here to there, mentally, that will be the challenge.

[ladyqkat]

That looks like a good place. Always remember though, what is in the brochures will, in practice, be somewhat different from the reality

[saavik]

"That looks like a good place. Always remember though, what is in the brochures will, in practice, be somewhat different from the reality

[anahata56]

Yup, plus each of the cafes as well as the dining hall can prepare take-out. So if Dad wanted a walkie, he could dash down to the dining hall or one of the cafes and get their dinners in boxes. Or they could even go out--there's no restriction on licenced drivers going on or off the property. So there are lots of alternatives.

As far as I know, the kitchenette is not fully equipped, but definitely suitable for coffee pots and microwaves, so they'd be able to fix little things for themselves. But if you look at the "Food and Dining" page, it looks to me like one of the dining halls and/or one of the cafes are able to provide food from snacks to high end. And you can make reservations online, so you may not even need to be a resident to eat there!