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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I don't even think this is a "voting" situation.  Siblings don't get an equal vote--it's up to your dad and the sibling who is currently providing care.

Your dad deserves to be as comfortable and cared for as he can afford and as you are able/willing to provide.  If you do this right, he gets to be in an assisted living facility that he ends up loving, and enjoys enough years/months of comfort that he dies peacefully when that last month's payment empties his bank account.  No one should be counting in his money.

$3500/month is a steal for good assisted living.  Are you sure it's good?  Does it really provide 24/7 toileting help?  My mom is in assisted living but she has to be able to toilet herself unless she is short term recovering from a brief illness.  I'd check to be sure of exactly the help that comes without extra fees.

If it's possible to get a POA for your dad, do it now.  I don't trust your sibling to have his best interests at heart.  Good luck.[/quote]

+1000  Excellent advice. BTDT. [/quote]

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