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Your loved one may not require home care or assisted living services at this time. However, continue to monitor their condition for changes and consider occasional in-home care services for help as needed.
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Debijur, could your father afford to hire a paid caregiver for 3 or 4 hours a day to help him with these items? That would give you relief to do things for yourself.
I have paid caregivers 3 shifts a day for my Dad who is in his 90's and still lives under his own roof. These young professional gals/guys are doing a fantastic job, and Dad says he feels like a King :)
Check into getting a home health nurse to come bathe him about 3 times a week. That is what they did for my father. There was no charge for it. I think your first place to start would be with a social worker. If you can't find one, call your local hospital.
If you call your Area Agency on Aging they can point you in the right direction. A bath aid would be great if you feel he would be embarrased by having you help him. Also it takes some stress off you. If he has the finances hiring a private caregiver is wonderful, you will have same person everytime so they can develope a relationship and routine. I recommend care site for hiring a private caregiver. I worked for people i met on that site.
I have aids for both my parents, who come in a few times a week to bathe them. My mother has one through hospice, my father through his Medicaid plan. See if your father in law's health plan covers home care, if not see what's available that he or you can afford. It's been a Godsend to me.
Medicare will pay if he meets the qualifications,a doctor has to order it.I take care of elderly man 24/7 He was being bathed 2 x a week through agency paid for by Medicare.Bed baths in between.good luck
Check out a local in home care company. Interview several and ask about the number of hours per day and day per week the company may require. There is a difference between in home care and in home medical care. You do not need in home medical for bathing and dressing, cleaning etc. Check with his insurance to see if they will help pay.
You or someone in your family needs to contact the Aging and Disability Agency for your fathers are or your home area. Based on his needs he may qualify for provider care service free of charge. When a person can no longer care for themselves then these agencies need to be contacted. They will asks a series of question pertaining to your father in law capabilities (can he bath himself, can he cook for himself, can he dress himself etc) but it looks like he can no longer do for himself. You will also be asked about his financial status. This also has alot to do with him qualifying for assistance. Good luck with you father in law. Hope this helps.
Is he a veteran? He could apply for aid and assistance if he qualifies. I found a great lady to help us on care site. There are helpers from minimum wage all the way up to registered nurses.
A person 98+ doesn't usually get dirty enough to require a daily bath and sometimes, a daily bath dries out their skin too much. My father lived with me for the last 9 years of his life and he went downhill quickly after the age of 75. My brother has to come over and sit him in a plastic chair and bathe him for the remainder of his time. I was tired all the time and if I had had the money, I would have hired a CNA or someone to help with things at least 3 or 4 times a week. Taking care of elderly parents is a commitment we must make so don't feel bad if you need to hire someone else to bathe him, feed him or dress him. They can also clean his room and vacuum/dust enough for him. Check his medicare, insurance, Medicaid if he has it and elder care in your city. I think there are several options for you and gook luck in your search.
Terry512: Yes, while they generally don't get dirty enough to get a daily bath, it is necessary and hygenic to clean their necessary parts, especially assuming they are diapered at age 98. Sorry, I am just being factual and it is never my intention to hurt anyone's feelings.
If you call a home health agency they can walk you through the necessary steps in your area. Usually they will request you ask the Primary dr to send a prescription to them but some will actually contact the dr for you. The nurse will come once a week to set up his meds. An aid can come up to 3 times a week to bath him, change his sheets, start his laundry even prepare a simple meal. They can also clean his room if that is what he needs help with. They will explain their services. The nurse can keep his meds ordered for you and keep a record of his bp, pulse, oxygen, bowel movements etc. You may have to try a few services before you find one you like working with. Ask friends and relatives which company they use. It's a great resource. You will need to keep an eye on them. Sometimes they have a problem keeping RNs but overall worth the effort.
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.
VI. No Waiver of Your Rights.
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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I have paid caregivers 3 shifts a day for my Dad who is in his 90's and still lives under his own roof. These young professional gals/guys are doing a fantastic job, and Dad says he feels like a King :)