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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]What was the reason the doctor said she cannot be alone tonight? Cognitive deficits/judgment concerns? Suicidal ideation? [/quote]

Ok, thanks all for your reassurance. I heart dcum.

[b]I guess I wasn’t ready to think about AL, kind of brainwashed by my mom that she wasn’t in need of this.[/b]

Tough to think that a week ago, she was easier to talk to and be with. We just can’t go on this way and I think we’re asking too much of a home health aide!

Someone else asked about finances. We’re good and she has LT care insurance.

And I think the doctor specified not being alone tonight because my mom voiced that she felt “out of her mind” (was specifically asked about self harm and that was a no) but did say she felt hopeless and depressed and exhausted.[/quote]

OP, I say this gently and with love, but your mom is 87.  Assisted living is a great choice if she can afford it.  There are alot of nice options out there.

Read the book "Being Mortal".   It's a really good reflection on end of life issues.  [/quote]

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