So I guess this how it goes? One day your are fine and the next you are not

Mav2126 · May 30

I realized I cant take care of 2 dementia patients on my own. So now I need to get agreement from my Dad to go into the nursing home. I spent 8 hours today dealing with them, doc appoints, falls, ambulances, hospitals - all in one day. I can't take all this stress. Its destroying me.

MoniqueV2024 · May 30

I’m so sorry. Know that you are not alone. Even when it feels like you are. There’s a whole lot of us out here that are here for you. Hoping you can get some rest tonight if possible. Take care.

Mav2126 · May 30

Thanks so much Monique. It means a lot to me.

lisn2cats · May 30

I haven't been with this forum long, but it's a huge comfort. I think we've all been where you at one time or another. I have had private and public meltdowns - it's so much to have to deal with with one person, I can't even imagine your stress with two. You're definitely not alone, and be sure to practice some form of self-care. I don't know where you live, but my mom's county's Office of Aging is saving my sanity, money, and helping to navigate the maze of getting help and plan in place.

jehjeh · May 30

If your loved one was admitted to the hospital seek help from the social worker there. They are often very helpful in helping a family figure out next steps.

Whatever you do don't let this destroy your wellbeing. You might start with the 24,/7 helpline for the Alzheimer's Association. The number is on this site and while I haven't called many others on this forum report that they were very helpful.

HUGS

So I guess this how it goes? One day your are fine and the next you are not

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