Mom is at home 8 hours from me. Takes care of herself pretty well at home, is 83, early stages of dementia.I’m desperately trying to find rides to and from activities and appointments. I tried the Council on Aging in her area there is nothing reasonable as far as transportation. Med-Shuttle- $150 for round trips!!! Votran Gold - $3.00 cash (exact change only!) every time she gets on but really I don’t see her understanding that whole system.She lives in Volusia County Florida and I’m quite surprised with the aged population there are so few options!She no longer drives.
I encourage you to consider other options for your Mom, like AL, where she'd be with other people and have things to do. You'd have peace of mind. There are some very nice places nowadays.
I think Mom needs to be placed if she can't understand she needs to pay $3.00 to use a Senior shuttle. Assisted Livings usually have transportation for residents. Once someone is diagnosed with Dementia, they should not be alone.