Hello, all,
As you know the situation with my mother at my home being cared for by me and my sister, I feel the need to take family medical leave from work. This is "unpaid" leave, rather than using up my own sick leave (frowned upon by the school board). I've asked the Hospice social worker to contact me, but haven't heard back from her yet. I missed 4 days of work last week and am taking off three days this week. My sister has rallied and is helping, but Mom is here in my house and most of the care falls to me.
My problem is this: family medical leave is not "paid" leave, and I will need to use some of my Mom's money to supplement my income and pay bills as I stay home to care for her. My sis and my aunt say "just write yourself a check" and don't tell her. She is declining fast, but she is also still sharp as a hawk about her bills and her money. I am reluctant to do this without telling her, though it is for her care.
I'm just not sure if I should try to discuss this with her in her condition or just do as my sis and aunt suggest.
Opinions welcomed!
Patty