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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP again.  I should have added that for those of you who aren't currently dealing with eldercare, just wait.  It's very easy to be self-righteous when you're not dealing with it personally.  I also have two DCs under three and a DH with serious healthcare issues, i.e. cancer; I hope you won't have as many issues on your plate to deal with when you all the perfect children to your aging parents.[/quote]

I am a poster who said I would never accept money.  We are in the process of moving my MIL in with us.  We have a small house, I don't work due to health issues and we have two young children.  Sure, we could take her social security but that is her money for her basic necessities or to save for something she really needs.  We plan to provide housing, food and other basic necessities (i.e. clothing).  We will have to rearrange our finances, but family first.  Its not about being self-righteous, but about finances.  If she is rich, then she should help or put her in a nearby facility.  Perhaps money isn't your issue but time and energy if you are a caregiver to two young kids, mom an a sick husband.[/quote]

Please write back after you have lived with your MIL for a while. As of now, you have no actual experience.[/quote]

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