Hi,
I am new to the Forum and am a 'long distance' Carer for my Mum who has mild - moderate Alzheimers and is aged 87. She has lived alone for the past 20 years with no family nearby and few friends. I live 250 miles away (a 3 hour journey).She has recently had 3 emergency hospital admissions as she suffers from extreme anxiety and panic attacks. She has received a package of care, however this has been inadequate and I have decided that I now need to find her a care home.
My dilemma is should I move her closer to me or find a suitable care home near where she had lived all her life?
I am finding this a very difficult decision (and Mum is unable to express her preference) - there are advantages and disadvantages to both.
Does anyone have experience of this or can offer me some advice to help my decision making?
Thank You
I am new to the Forum and am a 'long distance' Carer for my Mum who has mild - moderate Alzheimers and is aged 87. She has lived alone for the past 20 years with no family nearby and few friends. I live 250 miles away (a 3 hour journey).She has recently had 3 emergency hospital admissions as she suffers from extreme anxiety and panic attacks. She has received a package of care, however this has been inadequate and I have decided that I now need to find her a care home.
My dilemma is should I move her closer to me or find a suitable care home near where she had lived all her life?
I am finding this a very difficult decision (and Mum is unable to express her preference) - there are advantages and disadvantages to both.
Does anyone have experience of this or can offer me some advice to help my decision making?
Thank You