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"I'm Not Leaving; I'll Die at Home"
That’s what my mom said repeatedly when I tried to talk to her about her need for more medical care and socialization.
She openly admitted to being stubborn and uncooperative but the obvious decline in her mental and physical health made it impossible to avoid the conversation AGAIN! She was diagnosed with dementia, depressed and isolated except for my almost silent dad and his caregiving. He was “exhausted” and long ago resigned to avoiding conversations/ questions that resulted in a fruitless loop or caused her to erupt in anger.
I would say, “Mom, you know we’re headed for a crisis over your care”. She would reply once more, “I’m not leaving; I’ll die at home; however the majority of us will eventually need a team of medical/ non-medical care-givers around the clock to keep us safe and living our best quality of life.
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Editor’s Note: This article was written by Walt Roberson, of Harmony Senior Referrals. He may be reached at 303667-2420. See ad below.
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