She will not use a medication/pill container so she gets the right pill at the right time. She seems to be overmedicated about every other day. What type of liability does this put on us, her caregivers? What can we do to protect ourselves? Is there some kind of liability release waiver/form might we use?
Can I ask why she is in charge of taking her own meds if she can’t be trusted to take them properly? I give my husband his meds each morning. He’s not even aware of what the names of the meds are. He counts on me. It might not be a bad idea to take over dispensing her meds to her. If she can’t be trusted to stay away from them, lock them up.
Is there any way you could call her doctor's office and explain the situation to them? They won't be able to give you any info without her permission, but may be able to relay the information you give them to the doctor.
My mom is 56 also, and we went through this for several years with her, abusing and/or not taking meds, not wanting to get help, etc. She declined to the point last year that her doctor stated that she was incapacitated and needs a legal guardian. I know it's hard and incredibly frustrating when your loved one refuses help or to admit that they have a problem or are impaired.
I would call her doctor's office first, and then talk to an elder care attorney who could help you draw up a caregiver agreement, and could give you advice as to what you can do to ensure her safety as well.
She could definitely overdose if she does not take them correctly. As to the legal liability issue, I would think it might be looked at as neglect if some thing were to happen on your watch, but an attorney could better answer the legal question. However, it is definitely concerning for mom's safety if she is consistently overmedicating herself.