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[quote=Anonymous]The budget is the issue so I would find out if the office of aging can help you. I would look at places that offer from AL through to the end. Sounds like one needs memory care and the other needs AL. It's good the one with memory issues is pleasant. You won't have to deal with negotiations if they want to kick the parent out. Just be open to meds if the behavior suddenly takes a turn for the worst. I assume the parent with bipolar accepts the illness and will be willing to collaborate with health professionals as needed (and as able) when adjustments are needed? Mercurial will need to be watched and properly medicated if you want to keep caregivers from quitting or keep the parent at a residential place. Our experience is residential places want your input and they don't drug a parent into being a zombie (unless violent), but they do try to find the level that will keep the person able to be respectful of staff and peers which is a good thing.[/quote]
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