My mother was diagnosed with Lewy Body Disorder last year.
My significant other and I (Gary) are currently full-time caregivers for both of my parents. No help from my siblings. I am responsible for all of my parents' affairs; Gary helps with everything else. This responsibility is very exhausting and time consuming for both of us. I did choose a reputable home care agency in which the caregivers are insured/bonded and CPR certified. Both of my parents are somewhat mobile and alert. My father is mostly self-sufficient. However, my mother needs assistance with toileting, incontinence, dressing, and memory issues.
And the companions , so far, take care of whatever comes up. Including toileting.
It may help to leave written instructions and phone numbers to be called should the need arise.
I still only relax about 30% but I do get to really do the shopping. Cell phone around my neck and on vibrate when necessary.
Good Luck in the future.
It may help to leave written instructions and phone numbers to be called should the need arise.
I still only relax about 30% but I do get to really do the shopping. Cell phone around my neck and on vibrate when necessary.
Good Luck in the future.