I have been caring for my mother for almost 6 years alone. My mother lives in a wheelchair has no dementia she just can’t walk. She is narcissistic and greedy and is never happy. I oversee her care with caregivers. Because of the new caregivers weekly I have put all my moms gold jewelry and diamonds in a safe deposit box. My mother is hounding me for her jewelry daily. She says I’m keeping it from her so I can wear it when she dies. I wish she was gone now. I’m close to wanting to take my own life. It’s all I think about. I want out of taking care of my mother. How do I find a senior advisor or someone to help me please?
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As for the jewelry problem, can you give her a few items that aren't really valuable? If not, LEARN TO WALK AWAY away when she starts on you. Tell her that you're protecting her from the very real possibility of having it stolen. Don't allow her to brow beat you.
You have given so much of yourself - don't give up now. You are loved precious one.
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