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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP here. I am taking care of her bedsores. I am taking good care of her. That is why I am so exhausted!  I take her to the doctor; I feed her healthy foods, I wash her clothes when she soils them,; I manage her meds. Her room does not smell like urine. I bathe her regurlarly. My family goes on trips and other outings without me. I am not about to abandon her at all. I guess I am just depressed, and sometimes I think about these things. I would never neglect her. I am doing all I can in my power to keep her comfortable and safe. [/quote]

You are NOT caring for her properly and your ARE neglecting her. Period. WAKE UP and stop feeling sorry for YOURSELF or you will be standing before a judge. If you feel bad because you can't go with your family on trips, imagine what it will be like for them if you are convicted of elder abuse.

She should not have bedsores. Period.

You asked if you are a terrible daughter/caregiver?  The answer is you probably are not a good caregiver but you CAN be a good daughter if you admit you are in over your head.

The most loving thing to do is get PROFESSIONAL help for your mother. That doesn't mean you don't love her - it means you love her so much you will not stand for anyone (even yourself) preventing her from being cared for properly.

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OP don’t listen to this person. Nobody is going to charge you with neglect.’[/quote]

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