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[quote=Anonymous]I'm glad you're thinking about a plan.  Whether your father moves in with you or not, there will come a time when he's no longer able to care for himself and he/you will be faced with the decision on how to provide for his care.  I suggest you look for a financial advisor with expertise with adult care services.  If you live in Virginia, I can recommend one.  It was very difficult for us to find one when we were in similar circumstances and we made some less-wise decisions because of it.

I think the one month trial is a great idea.  If your father is the social type, he can probably develop a new network of friends.  If not, I wouldn't recommend moving him in with you until it's absolutely necessary and maybe not even then.  My great uncle moved away from extended family and wide circle of friends when he was in his 90s - he moved in with his daughter.  It was an extremely difficult, lonely time for him.  Change is a lot harder the older you get.

I also agree with the advice to create separate space for him that allows him and you to have privacy.  I highly recommend a walk-in shower.  Good luck![/quote]

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