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I use a crutch or walker around the house. Local agencies have long waiting lists. for Meals-on-Wheels it's 2-3 years. Volunteers are stretched too thin at local agency & I'm not able to pay even a sitter so we are house bound. Any ideas?
Does he qualify for hospice? Is he a veteran? These are places to investigate. I have my husband in hospice because he has terminal cancer. He is not real bad yet but I wanted to have something in place before I need some help fast. They are wonderful; we only have a nurse coming once a week for now. They were able to get a volunteer to agree to give me one day a week for 3 hours. I treasure this time and use it to see friends or do something for myself.
All good advice above. I will add if your husband was in the military he may be eligible for Aid And Attendence or other military benefits. This extra money could be used to pay a part-time caregiver. Best of luck to you.
Eyerish, all you have to do is search the web about waiting lists for MOW and you will see that in many areas there are indeed waiting lists, and it is a problem that is increasing as demand grows. Perhaps if you contact your local agency on aging they can help you find resources in your location Bev. In my experience many seniors resist making the kind of changes necessary to make their lives easier and because of that find themselves in a crisis, which necessitates even bigger changes. What will become of you, your husband and your home if you allow your health to decline in an attempt to keep things as they are? Do you have a realistic plan that will carry you forward into the next 5 or 10 years?
I think someone gave you some inaccurate information. There is no waiting list for Meals on Wheels.
Have you spoken to your husband's Dr. about getting a visiting nurse to the home a couple of times a week? A visiting nurse would be able to help you figure out what kind of services you might be eligible for.
If you can get your husband on hospice you'd be eligible for some extra services as well. Your husband's Dr. office can refer you to a hospice agency. They'll come out and do an assessment. If you are approved you get a visiting nurse, a social worker, any supplies you may need but more importantly access to services you might not have thought of.
I'm sorry you are so worn down. ((hugs)) Have you considered making a move to a senior friendly apartment? These usually have a support system in place so it would be easier for you to find help. Would it be possible to have your husband go to a respite placement so you can get a break?
Have you applied to see which resources you may qualify for at the federal, state and local level? If you use key words and search for Department of Elder Affairs State of Florida, you will their website that has a lot of resources. And you may find a place who will process your application for all services. I think it would depend on your income. Is your husband on Medicaid?
I'll send you a PM as well. I hope others here will have some suggestions.
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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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APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
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I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
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Perhaps if you contact your local agency on aging they can help you find resources in your location Bev.
In my experience many seniors resist making the kind of changes necessary to make their lives easier and because of that find themselves in a crisis, which necessitates even bigger changes. What will become of you, your husband and your home if you allow your health to decline in an attempt to keep things as they are? Do you have a realistic plan that will carry you forward into the next 5 or 10 years?
Have you spoken to your husband's Dr. about getting a visiting nurse to the home a couple of times a week? A visiting nurse would be able to help you figure out what kind of services you might be eligible for.
If you can get your husband on hospice you'd be eligible for some extra services as well. Your husband's Dr. office can refer you to a hospice agency. They'll come out and do an assessment. If you are approved you get a visiting nurse, a social worker, any supplies you may need but more importantly access to services you might not have thought of.
Have you considered making a move to a senior friendly apartment? These usually have a support system in place so it would be easier for you to find help. Would it be possible to have your husband go to a respite placement so you can get a break?
I'll send you a PM as well. I hope others here will have some suggestions.