Good day! My mother believes neighbors are somehow taking her condo and are coming in and stealing from her. She lives in the midwest; since I was home over holidays she has been to the doctor six times. She has lost 15 pounds and won't take meds for her thyroid and depression. She seems to be okay with hygiene and home cleaning. She has poor vision and cannot drive; she is essentially stuck at her home all day, which is in a neighborhood without sidewalks or parks or even public transit. My sibling who lives with her cannot cope and occasionally yells at her. She refuses to get assistance; she won't consider even senior day care much less assisted living. I sent FMLA papers to the doctor so I could go home and help move her but the doctor refused to fill out the paperwork. Another sibling is trying to get POA, but keeps dragging it out. I am not sure how I can help long-distance and am not sure what type of care my mom needs. The doctor just gave her a CAT scan but said he could find nothing. Could anyone offer suggestions or advice?
I commend you for your concern and willingness to work at getting your mum the care she needs. Do let us know how it pans out. There is lots of information and support here. (((((((hugs)))))) and blessings Joan
Find a doctor that will refer your mom to a neurologist, but also she needs a serious workup for her diabetes! Good luck!