My step mom has POA of my dad . I have been in my dad’s life all my life . He has even came to my house and lived with me for 6 months. My siblings and myself believe that my step mom may be going through early dementia and my dad has had 4 strokes and is unable to talk . My step mom refuses to go get tested for Dementia and has completely cut my dad children off from seeing him . I have tried to go see him but when she found out I was there she put me out the house . I really need to be there for my dad and she really needs to get tested. What can I do ????
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Guardianship will require that your prove your SMIL is an incapable caregiver. It is very expensive. I would consult with an elder law attorney to see exactly what options, if any, you have right now. You may just have to wait for a full-on trainwreck. Your situation is actually very common, if you search on this forum you will see how common a problem it is. I wish you success in getting them both the help they may need, now or in the future.
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They can make a determination what's in his best interest, and perhaps they can evaluate her (I have no idea how in-depth).
I believe that can be a bit costly, but if you're truly concerned about your dad it will be worth it.
Or I guess you can call APS and report a vulnerable adult and they will come out and do an assessment on the situation.
I do hope and pray that everything works out as it should.