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Are you posting on behalf of your friend, who is the wife of the gentleman whom APS plan to have admitted to a nursing home?
It's just it can get a bit confusing if we don't understand who's who.
And who had POA for the husband? His wife, yourself, somebody else?
You state that APS was granted guardianship, even though there was a power of attorney in existence. This does mean that the court has given APS the authority they need to make decisions on the gentleman's behalf, in his best interests; and if APS has concluded that his welfare depends on nursing care in a residential facility then yes they absolutely do have the legal right - nay, the legal duty - to make that happen.
That said, they do not lightly separate a married couple; and unless there is a very good reason not to they will actively assist the wife to conserve their marriage as far as possible. Very good reasons, by the way, are not necessarily anybody's *fault*,
Clearly, something went wrong; for the wife, the husband, both. If you wouldn't mind describing what happened then forum members may be able to suggest constructive ways forward. It's very sad to think of the poor lady feeling that her husband is being taken away from her, so I hope it will be possible to make this situation better.
You no longer have any control but I would encourage you to communicate with the guardian/s either directly or through the courts. They may or may not respond but will appreciate any input about your husband that would be helpful in his care. Unless there are extenuating circumstances there should be no reason why you can't visit him and spend as much time with him as you like, as long as you are within the boundaries set by the guardians. If he's at your home, they don't have as much control over him. We went through this with my stepFIL. The guardians were nice enough but very protective of his information, as their task is to operate in his best interest, not yours. So sorry this is how it has to be for you both.
Yes, absolutely. It may go to court proceeding, in which you would have to convince a judge that you are providing safe, adequate, clean and happy environment for your husband. They do not take family rights away lightly. What ways are they adjudging his care inadequate? Are you finding it difficult to provide that safe and clean environment for him? It may be best to have him placed, and visit him.
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
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I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
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You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
It's just it can get a bit confusing if we don't understand who's who.
And who had POA for the husband? His wife, yourself, somebody else?
You state that APS was granted guardianship, even though there was a power of attorney in existence. This does mean that the court has given APS the authority they need to make decisions on the gentleman's behalf, in his best interests; and if APS has concluded that his welfare depends on nursing care in a residential facility then yes they absolutely do have the legal right - nay, the legal duty - to make that happen.
That said, they do not lightly separate a married couple; and unless there is a very good reason not to they will actively assist the wife to conserve their marriage as far as possible. Very good reasons, by the way, are not necessarily anybody's *fault*,
Clearly, something went wrong; for the wife, the husband, both. If you wouldn't mind describing what happened then forum members may be able to suggest constructive ways forward. It's very sad to think of the poor lady feeling that her husband is being taken away from her, so I hope it will be possible to make this situation better.