Sudden Aggression

I knew this day was probably coming. Let me preface this rant by explaining that my "support" consists of my sister who lives with both me and the pwd. We have never gotten along (probably never will) and she is on mood altering medication. My other sister, out of state, who has more problems then you can shake a stick at and my sister in law who was just diagnosed with cancer. Today, my mother started with wanting to go home. I calmed her but then the switch was flipped. I don't know what caused it but she became aggressive, angry, screaming and at one point tried to pull the phone off the wall (landline). My sister, with the mood altering medications, and her then began to scream at each other. Cursing was involved and I really thought my sister was going to hit her. I came close to calling 911 on the two of them. The screaming was reminiscent of said sister and my father screaming at each other when she was a child. I understand but do not condone elder abuse now. I also understand the use of alcohol and other substances. My mother thinks she is still in school and is waiting for her diploma in the mail. She is also convinced she has a scholarship to any high school. Syracuse was her school destination, even though we explained they were closed. I have a full tank of gas and Syracuse (400 miles away) seemed like an excellent idea. Let my "support" figure it out.

We gave her Xanax. Have no idea who we will be waking up to tomorrow. She woke up and was very concerned about falling. She held my hand until she fell asleep. When she does that, it's not the first time, it is the saddest thing.

Thanks for listening.