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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous] Honestly, OP-I think what will likely happen is that he will eventually have a fall where he is injured, admitted to the hospital and then likely discharged to a rehab facility.

At least, that is how it worked for my dad. I'm sorry you are going through this-it's scary, I know. I'd be at work and get those calls from Mom 'dad's on the floor, emts' coming'. The EMT's are angels! My dad typically did not get injured (he had advanced Parkinsons and usually just did a slow roll to the floor) but I called 911 twice, both for head injuries (or what I thought could be).

[b]Once he's admitted, go to the hospital and talk to them.[/b] Although my elderly mom was the legal POA, they were always good about talking to  'the daughter' (it's like an unofficial title LOL). Rehab might help your dad get better on his feet.[/quote]

I had the POA, so that might be different. But It was clear people (staff, doctors, insurance even) wanted to talk to me.

One of the things I did was get information on all the rehab facilities while my dad was in the hospital, and we knew he would have to go to rehab. I was able to pick one (had to do it quickly) so we got him in the best, and the easiest for us to access. Otherwise, notification is sent out by the hospital to all rehabs in the general area, and whoever responds to the call gets the patient.

I chose the facility, and then they handled everything with the hospital (and verified the insurance) immediately so that they got my dad instead of someone else.

If they are of sound mind, all you can do is know your options once an emergency does happen. [/quote]

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