I am GRATEFUL so much for the information and answers from all... Thank you for your patience ...I am definately taking the advice of a new lawyer cause he barely let me get those initials down right of a EDO. For geriatrics with my mom refusing one day and never knowing day to day but now IDK what I need to do that or how that works. If someone could please tell me if you don't mind. Thank you.
I expect the idea is to make sure your mother gets properly assessed in a way that won't allow her to "showtime" or pull the wool over anyone's eyes; and it does seem a good plan.
But don't let yourself be bullied or rushed into decisions, will you?
Doctor feels appropriate. A court appearance is then scheduled and attended by a doctor or representative from the facility, the person being observed, and the 2 persons filing the original order. The judge then determines if the person needs additional time for meds to be regulated. This had been the process for us. I know your situation is different, hope it at least helps a bit.
In most states, a person can be subject to an involuntary psychiatric hospitalization, but only for 72 hours. It some places, it's called "Baker Act".
Are you in Indiana?
Is there an order for your mom?
Please no abbreviations makes it hard to read your posts.
Was the lawyer able to help? Was Mom evaluated? You said Doctors say no Dementia?
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