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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Why do you need an aid if family can stop by for an hour or so. [/quote] The patient has a TBI. The family tries to be present for 9-12 hours/day and someone usually is. But clearly they need a break - the stress is really overwhelming that at the moment - and we are trying to figure out some options. [/quote] My mom has dementia and whenever she is hospitalized the hospital has an on-staff sitter in her room with her. But her stays are normally just a few days, I’m not sure if they’d provide one long term. I’ve had to hire caregivers for her in rehab. She’s now on hospice in memory care and I employ overnight care for her for 12 hours a night. It’s not cheap. But it’s necessary. Is the issue that the patient would be lonely or would it be unsafe for them to be alone for any period of time?[/quote]
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