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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Yes, medical case management does exist. It’s also possible to hire an aide or a translator or all of the above.
If the medical appointments are hospital-based, the hospital may be able to provide translators — although this is something that needs to be requested in advance, preferably when the appointment is made.

Two critical factors are the native language and finances. One option could be to hire someone, either full-time or on-call, who speaks your mother’s native language.  Since you didn’t indicate the language or the location, it’s difficult to make specific recommendations, but maybe start by looking for medical case management services with a focus on finding someone bilingual.

Wishing you well with this, OP! [/quote]

Just to add, if your Dad is hospitalized again, request social work services and translators through the hospital.  This will be helpful, if not essential, during the hospitalization, but also will mean that people who understand his needs can be part of developing his discharge plans.
Translators, for example, might be available outside of their employment with the hospital, or might know others who could be available for future medical appointments. [/quote]

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