Hello, I am totally new to this and my mum who is 70 has just been diagnosed with Alzheimer's .. So I apologise in advance if these questions have been asked lots of times already.. Currently she is at the very forgetful stage, and repeats everything lots of times and doesn't understand why she is assisted whilst shopping and cooking, the truth is we are all afraid she might get lost or hurt herself.
She has a husband, ( my step dad ) and he is really struggling to cope with her, he is diabetic himself and although sympathetic I am worrying about him too, as she is getting a bit angry with him and hates the way he fusses over her.
I live about 4 miles away but cannot be there 24:7 but I have told him he can leave her with me when ever he wants..
My question is, are they eligible for home help? And what sort of help is available?.. She is rapidly going downhill and in one year is a very different person, I am feeling guilty because I should perhaps be more helpful but I have my own family at home and suffer with Anxiety Disorders.. Can anyone advise thank you
She has a husband, ( my step dad ) and he is really struggling to cope with her, he is diabetic himself and although sympathetic I am worrying about him too, as she is getting a bit angry with him and hates the way he fusses over her.
I live about 4 miles away but cannot be there 24:7 but I have told him he can leave her with me when ever he wants..
My question is, are they eligible for home help? And what sort of help is available?.. She is rapidly going downhill and in one year is a very different person, I am feeling guilty because I should perhaps be more helpful but I have my own family at home and suffer with Anxiety Disorders.. Can anyone advise thank you