Mom is 91 and stage 6 dementia. My sister and I are at odds over her future care. I think she will need the 24/7 care from a nursing home. My biggest concern has become the wandering. Sundowners begins around 4:30 with her since the days have become shorter. Its overwhelming for me. When should the decision for a nursing home be made?
Second, wandering. What kind of locks, alarms and other systems have been tried? Is she being medicated at all for agitation? Thirdly, what does her doctor think she needs in terms of care? Has hospice been discussed?