My 92 yr old mother has lived and been cared for by me for 17 years. She has dementia and is an alcoholic. By noon she passes out.

We dilute a .75 liter bottle of whiskey everyday and my mom passes out at noon and picks up with wine in the evening. She hates being alive and is so angry everyday. We live in walking distance to the liquor store. I asked them not to sell alcohol to her but they refused, saying that was not their job. I also care for my 8 and 4 year old grandsons 5 days a week. My husband and I are retired with my husband working part time to meet bills. I am at my wits end trying to keep everyone happy and not fighting. My mother has had a drinking problem all my life. With dementia she forgets she has had a drink and then blows up if you remind her. Her every thought is about alcohol.

I am afraid if I tell her doctor he will take away all her medication. She gets blood tests all the time and passes them with flying colors. She takes medicine for arthritis. If you have any suggestions please let me know.