The one I called just wanted to provide home health care and was going to charge me $150 to set it up. Mother needs help and can't live alone anymore. What's next and affordable? Wanted a geriatric care giver to lead us in the right direction. How to find a good one?
For an out-of-stater, they can help coordinate care for your mom. It might be a good place to start. They're kind of your eyes and ears while you're not there. They're not cheap and are typically private pay, but they can really help in some circumstances. That site also helps you find one in your mom's local area.
One thing to give serious consideration .. your mom's condition(s) are more likely to decline than improve. Meaning: think long term. She'll need more and more help as time goes on. Plan for it now, and you won't be surprised when it happens.
Let us know how it goes or if you have more questions.
LadeeC
I've never seen this discussed on any site but what about pet care. She needs litter box cleaned out and meds given to cat which is her only companion right now. She needs trash taken out and trips to store and run errands. Also cooking and cleaning. She can do light cleaning but not scrubbing carpets etc. Also needs someone to take and record her blood pressure. She needs someone to just be there for short visits and stay if she isn't feeling well because she gets scared by herself. She is having tests done for heart problems at the moment. I live 1 hour away and come one day of the week but that's not enough. Relatives live near her but their capability to help is very limited.
So, I'm not sure if this falls under assisted living or what.
Insurance pays 80% of home care. Any feedback would be appreciated. I'm totally lost and overwhelmed.
Please provide a few more details and we'll see how we can help....