Hi Everybody
Just wanted some advise and information. After a few problems with Dad at the beginning of the year I asked the doctor for help. He has recommened Dad see a Geritrician (think that is how you spell it) to get some help. Can anyone tells me what this involves? We are to go to care home for the appointment. I do feel guilty as Dad has been better since mid January, I know that things can change day by day let alone weeks! The appointment has just been arranged, don't know what reason I will give Dad for going there, I think sometimes good ideas come out of the blue!!
Dad's condition was quite concerning at the time, so much that I made enquiries re POA, I went to our local Age concern on my own initially to ask for advice etc. I have to take Dad this week. This is where I could use some advice, the solicitor has said that she will make the decision if Dad has understood the implication of the POA. Is this the norm? I thought a docors opinion would count in the decision making process. I was told in no uncertain terms that the solicitor would have to satisfy herself that my Dad was completely sure of the decision he was making. If she was not convinced it would involve a wait of up to 6 months and a cost of £700.
If somebody out there has any advice could you let me know.
Thanks Susi T
Just wanted some advise and information. After a few problems with Dad at the beginning of the year I asked the doctor for help. He has recommened Dad see a Geritrician (think that is how you spell it) to get some help. Can anyone tells me what this involves? We are to go to care home for the appointment. I do feel guilty as Dad has been better since mid January, I know that things can change day by day let alone weeks! The appointment has just been arranged, don't know what reason I will give Dad for going there, I think sometimes good ideas come out of the blue!!
Dad's condition was quite concerning at the time, so much that I made enquiries re POA, I went to our local Age concern on my own initially to ask for advice etc. I have to take Dad this week. This is where I could use some advice, the solicitor has said that she will make the decision if Dad has understood the implication of the POA. Is this the norm? I thought a docors opinion would count in the decision making process. I was told in no uncertain terms that the solicitor would have to satisfy herself that my Dad was completely sure of the decision he was making. If she was not convinced it would involve a wait of up to 6 months and a cost of £700.
If somebody out there has any advice could you let me know.
Thanks Susi T