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An Elderly Relative At Home

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Chief - I also agree you did the right thing - which is what you sincerely felt was in here best interest.

My Mom lives literally 2 minutes from me and recently went under Hospice. She (86) and my Dad (92) are still living 'independently' (if you don't count the three to four times per day I am over there).

We recently had estimates done on the work it would take to move them in with us and they had agreed to the move - but with extreme reluctance. Independence is so important and the elderly will never accept in their hearts that they can't care for themselves. I have had many friends recount stories of the problems they had moving relatives in despite their best efforts to do the right thing. In many cases it left bitter memories of an otherwise long and loving relatinship. I hope you and your family can overcome any hard feelings that resulted from your efforts - it sounds like that is happening.

In our case the disease has advanced more quickly than we anticipated and it no longer makes sense to do the move. She will finish her life in her own home. My Dad will be able to deliver on his promise of taking care of her until the end. In that regard we are incredibly blessed.
 
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NOTREDAMECHIEF said:
GOOD LUCK 8! I hope it works out well! It saddens me that it did not work out for us....

Now she wants us to buy her car so we can take her for rides in it! LOL!
Loaded Hundyi Sonata! HMMMM!
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If she offers you a good price, buy it now - since you won't be getting it in the will. :tongue2:
 
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