My brother was put in a nursing center for rehab on his ankles in November of 2016 and wants out now in April of 2017. He can read, play cards hold a conversation and he does't have problems like Alzheimer's or dementia. He is 93 years old and was in the Navy. I need to get him out of this place and he wants out. This is a 1-star place and not good, he just sits in one place all day. I am 69 and live 40 miles away, so it is hard for me to get there a lot. I have POA they tell me they gave him a test of 15 and he got 15 correct so he can make decisions.
dictate who he sees or if you can take him out. You call ahead. Tell them you are taking him on an outing for the day. They are then to have him ready and any meds he needs on his outing. You should have been given a copy of residents rights that have been drawn up by the state he is in. You need to be a little firmer with these people. You really need to report this facility to an Ombudsman. I would not give him money. If he is on Medicaid, he should have some "banked" with the facility. I would leave any info in his wallet that can be forged. License, Medicare Card, SS card, etc.
792-9770 and run what is going on. Sounds like ur brother I being held against his will.
Find a place that would be good for him. Talk to the social worker at that place. Since he is already on Medicaid, they may be willing to take him as Medicaid Pending while the application is processed. And they will know how to arrange for his move.
1) Find a good place.
2) Talk to the social worker
3) If your first choice is full or doesn't work with Medicaid Pending, find another good place. Talk to the social worker there. Lather, rinse, repeat until you find a place for him.
4) Follow the social worker's instructions about how to proceed.
This is a lot of work for you, but at least you'll be looking near your own location. There should be no "fight" involved. Arrange it without even letting the current place know what you are planning.
Pick out a better nursing home for your brother. If he doesn't have other family close, find one near you, so visits will be more convenient. After confirming they have a bed available, talk to the social worker there. He or she will be able to walk you through the entire procedure.
And, by the way, has your own health improved? It is very kind of you to look after your brother. Take care of yourself, too!
Good of you to help your brother. Is there a social worker at the rehab clinic that might be able to point you in the right direction? And able to coordinate visits to assisted living or nursing homes that your brother would find acceptable? I know its not easy but hopefully Elder Services in the community will be able to assist you in finding a new home he will like.