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At the moment, the answers to your question could range from: because they are too scared to face up to them, all the way through to because you don't in fact have dementia. We have absolutely no way of telling.
Dear Wcolpitts, Let me begin by saying your seem to be dealing with your diagnosis with courage and strength. I hope you can find some encouragement in that. Many families have the opposite problem where the family members are trying to get a loved one to not deny their diagnosis. As to why they are responding to your diagnosis this way, a few things come to mind. As you may know, denial is one of the responses to grief, which they may be experiencing as they face the uncertainty of what's ahead for all of you. They could be grieving for you and what you may lose, as well. As was said in the other response, they could also be scared - of a future they hadn't imagined or planned for, as well as not knowing how to meet your needs and best care for you. Could you speak with your physician or nurse and ask for a referral to a local Dementia or Alzheimer association and call them for information on how to talk to family members. There may be a volunteer who can meet with all of you to lead them through a conversation to prepare for what's ahead. If that's not an option or isn't a path you're interested in, you could also talk with your family yourself, beginning with telling them that you understand that this is difficult for them but you want and need their support to help you make a plan for your and their future. Attending some support group meetings either together or on your own, even if it's only a few times, may also help all of you navigate this change. I wish you the best and send my hope that they can grow into supporting you with what's ahead.
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.
I agree that:
A.
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").
B.
APFM may provide information to me electronically. My electronic signature on agreements and documents has the same effect as if I signed them in ink.
C.
APFM may send all communications to me electronically via e-mail or by access to an APFM web site.
D.
If I want a paper copy, I can print a copy of the Disclosures or download the Disclosures for my records.
E.
This E-Sign Acknowledgement and Authorization applies to these Disclosures and all future Disclosures related to APFM's services, unless I revoke my authorization. You may revoke this authorization in writing at any time (except where we have already disclosed information before receiving your revocation.) This authorization will expire after one year.
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You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
Have you made plans for your future? If not now is a good time to find a facility that you can be well cared for in.
Have you finances to pay for your care? If not start the Medicaid application now so you will have everything lined up for when you need care.
Find a support group to help you navigate this journey and prepare yourself for an unpredictable future.
I am very sorry that you have this awful diagnosis, it is very difficult for everyone. Hugs!
At the moment, the answers to your question could range from: because they are too scared to face up to them, all the way through to because you don't in fact have dementia. We have absolutely no way of telling.
WRC
Let me begin by saying your seem to be dealing with your diagnosis with courage and strength. I hope you can find some encouragement in that. Many families have the opposite problem where the family members are trying to get a loved one to not deny their diagnosis. As to why they are responding to your diagnosis this way, a few things come to mind. As you may know, denial is one of the responses to grief, which they may be experiencing as they face the uncertainty of what's ahead for all of you. They could be grieving for you and what you may lose, as well. As was said in the other response, they could also be scared - of a future they hadn't imagined or planned for, as well as not knowing how to meet your needs and best care for you. Could you speak with your physician or nurse and ask for a referral to a local Dementia or Alzheimer association and call them for information on how to talk to family members. There may be a volunteer who can meet with all of you to lead them through a conversation to prepare for what's ahead. If that's not an option or isn't a path you're interested in, you could also talk with your family yourself, beginning with telling them that you understand that this is difficult for them but you want and need their support to help you make a plan for your and their future. Attending some support group meetings either together or on your own, even if it's only a few times, may also help all of you navigate this change. I wish you the best and send my hope that they can grow into supporting you with what's ahead.