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OP - I think if you could get in touch with an agency to have someone come and do a general assessment of your parents and see what might be needed in terms of services that you could then prioritize the most important given based upon their financial situation, too.  One thing to check is for any grab bars around the toilet and in the shower which might be installed.  Also consider getting a hand-held shower head for your dad to use seated bench or shower chair.  Are the toilets at a raised position which is easier to use? Your mom might even find this a safer alternative.  Parkinsons is progressive so there seems to be a need for personal care support for your dad at times.  However, likely there is a need for someone who might help out with laundry, general home tasks or even food shopping for your mom.  Or if she is up to doing errands and food shopping being there so your mom could do these tasks and/or just get out herself.

This is the time for you to find out what your parents' coverage is in terms of long-term care insurance and or general finances so that you could again prioritize the care needed and perhaps look for options on how to find a caregiver.  However, once someone needs to be lifted in falling, there is always the aspect of liability.  Using an agency, they have the experience to help you figure out when coverage is most important etc.  Also, both mom and dad should get a medic alert bracelet so that any fall could be handled right away.  Also perhaps at least become familiar with assisted living options to know the cost and if they have a waiting list.  If your parents could afford a tiered community, getting some information on them soon might be important if this was a realistic option if both experience health decline.  [/quote]

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