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Old Aug 17, 2020, 11:53 PM
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Originally Posted by divine1966 View Post
I commend your husband for thinking ahead and considering taking care of his mother. Too many people completely wash their hands off caring for their elderly. I do understand your dilemma too, it can’t be easy for a daughter in law. I hope all options are looked at and it’s resolved and planned for the best for all parties involved
That's just not true. Taking care of an elderly person is a 24/7 job that is not designed for only 1 to 2 caregivers. It literally takes a team of people in rotating shifts to care for ONE elderly person properly. And, it costs a ton of money. And, it takes a ton of emotional and physical energy from the caregiver. It is not an easy job and to make such a generalization is a slap in the face to caregivers in general who have no choice because they were forced into their caregiver role.

The only way out, is to find a nursing home room. That's why nursing homes exist.