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Katsull Asked September 4, 2024

How do you convince someone (brother, age 73) who has anosognosia that they need help?

This form of dementia makes it impossible for his brain to perceive there is anything wrong. Thus all attempts to get help like Visiting Angels or a caregiver are met with complete refusal and dismissal because he is "just fine." He is still driving (!) and really should be in a home or have a caregiver. Is the only answer to have his daughter get guardianship through the court and then make a decision to move him against his will? He will never understand there is a problem.

AlvaDeer Sep 4, 2024
Sadly this now is an attorney question for guardianship and placement. And one that can be costly.
I would start with questioning APS who may be able to help you in getting Temporary guardianship if person is (and he IS) a danger to self and others.

brandee Sep 4, 2024
Take the car battery out of the car and hide it to disable the car.

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lealonnie1 Sep 4, 2024
Disable your brothers car immediately before he kills innocent people on the road!!

You cannot convince someone with anosognosia OR dementia of anything, so stop trying. His daughter needs to do what you said, or report him to APS as a senior with dementia living alone and THEY will place him. But in the meantime, his car MUST BE REMOVED. Please do the right thing.

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