Last week I contacted my county Adult Protective Services and requested an investigation of my parents' situation. Mom has Alz and Dad has some type of memory loss/brain damage from repeated fall. Won't allow any aides in home. Dad also has untreated HBP. Mom takes various meds for her heart condition but takes them inconsistently. Both parents. have issues with timeand are no eating properly. I am their only child and at the end of my rope. I am not POA. Investigation will begin today or tomorrow so I'm sure it will be an interesting week.
It's hard going this alone...though from being on here I understand it can be hard going through it all with uncooperative siblings too, maybe you and I have a blessing in disguise being onlies after all!
Years ago I had difficulty with taking care of my parents needs as well as they would not let me help them in the manner that was required. I won't get into that, but I consulted with a representative from APS and she saved my sanity and guided me with the steps to help my parents.
She was my right arm and she was there for me every step of the way. I pray things go well this week and please know I am thinking and praying for you. Blessings and take care.