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[quote=Anonymous]Be outwardly optimistic and as supportive as you can, but OP (and my fellow current and future caregivers) PLAN now and do what you can to get going towards a goal. Get ready for some deep and uncomfortable conversations. Dad staying in his current place? Ok then, have an elder care safety walk thru and do a punch list of what needs removing and/or replacing. Is he willing to renovate to make himself more comfortable? Install a stair lift? Is the house workable for an elderly person? Does dad prepare his own meals? How’s his diet? Does he go out for meals or live on take out? Does he drive? How long should he drive? How does he get to medical appointments? Does he or will he wear a med alert bracelet and fall button (?). How does he feel about meals on wheels? Having a home health aide? Having medical equipment like an hospital bed brought into his home? Finances? Who is paying for services to keep him in place? Can he afford major renovations?[/quote]
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