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I'm afraid he may fall and really hurt himself but I also don't want to force him to do something that he doesn't want to do. He knows that once he starts using a walker, he'll become "dependent" on using one (his words).
JBrill, it took my Dad having a backward fall onto his driveway which required a trip to the ER and for a physical therapist to say he must use a rolling walker, then and only then would Dad buy one.
The day I brought to his house this brand new shiny bright blue rolling walker that had hand brakes, seat to sit down on, and under the seat he could open and have a basket to carry things, he was like a teenager..... you'd would have thought I had bought him a Shelby Mustang :)
Dad's balance is so much better, and his knees don't hurt quite as bad... now if there is a lot of mail in his mailbox, he just tosses the mail into the basket and rolling off he go back to the house.
Last month we went to a doctor's office which was a long walk from the parking lot.... Dad left Mom and I in a cloud of dust.... he was at the doctor's office door sitting in his walker smiling. Now if only I could get my Mom to use one, but she doesn't want people to think she is elderly... [sigh].... so she moves along at snails pace with her cane.
If they do order a walker or rolling walker I would watch to make sure he uses it. My cousin was supposed to use her cane, but she would neglect to use it and suffered multiple falls. She's now in wheelchair.
If your dad is able to understand how important it is to use what is needed, I would stress how not using it can put you in a wheelchair.
Jbrill, I can't tell you how many times I've had the same thought here! I sometimes come off as Bossypants here, I think, but it's mostly wisdom I've gained from this site!
When it's "our" parents, it's hard to see the forest for the trees. Stick around!
So the thing to do here is to call your father's doctor and ask him to order an in home (or in the clinic, if dad is able to get out) physical therapy evaluation. You need a professional opinion on what dad needs in terms of mobility assistance, and he needs to hear from a professional that, if he needs a walker, what kind, etc, be fitted for one and shown how to use it. I completely understand his fear of becoming dependent upon it and he may be right. But if he's wobbly, there may be a better option, like a rollator. Call his doctor first thing tomorrow, you'll both be happier and less worried!
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I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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The day I brought to his house this brand new shiny bright blue rolling walker that had hand brakes, seat to sit down on, and under the seat he could open and have a basket to carry things, he was like a teenager..... you'd would have thought I had bought him a Shelby Mustang :)
Dad's balance is so much better, and his knees don't hurt quite as bad... now if there is a lot of mail in his mailbox, he just tosses the mail into the basket and rolling off he go back to the house.
Last month we went to a doctor's office which was a long walk from the parking lot.... Dad left Mom and I in a cloud of dust.... he was at the doctor's office door sitting in his walker smiling. Now if only I could get my Mom to use one, but she doesn't want people to think she is elderly... [sigh].... so she moves along at snails pace with her cane.
If your dad is able to understand how important it is to use what is needed, I would stress how not using it can put you in a wheelchair.
When it's "our" parents, it's hard to see the forest for the trees. Stick around!