Mom now has cognitive problems of her own - much worse than we realized. We are scheduled to move her to assisted living with in adjacent facility in 10 days. We don’t live in the same area so it is very difficult. Our sister has POA for dads health but she also does not live in the area.
Dad still has the right to leave and unfortunately mom helped him.
Is it possible for them to share an assisted living apartment until they become more accustomed to the place?
People often confused these things. A POA is not a guardian. In order to be able to "order" someone to do something against their will, one would need guardianship. Even then, depending on the action, you may need court approval for that specific action.
Going forward, you'll want to get the legal stuff out of the way: Healthcare and financial POA documents drawn up for both your father and your mother. I don't believe there is anything you need to do to remove your mom as co-POA for your dad, but read the document carefully and consult an attorney.
I don't think your mom or the MC facility did anything wrong.
Perhaps your mom just misses your dad. :-(
Is there a way they could share space in MC or ???
I don’t think she would be happier in MC and I don’t think she needs to be there just yet. I think the apartment in the same complex will help - hopeful-