My father has early onset alzheimers. I have 3 siblings and we are working together in amazing ways to figure out next steps.
But, as you would expect, we aren't always in agreement. And we don't know how to express disagreement.
I've been feeling emotional about all of ...
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Carol Bradley Bursack
Saturday, August 22, 2009 at 07:46 AM
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You are exactly on the right track. If your family has a common spiritual leader, that is a good choice. If that isn't the case, and there is a geriatric care manager in your area, they can be helpful. Otherwise, counseling may help. You may want to click on this link http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/62/67816/conflict-mediation/2 and read about family problems.
It's very common for families to disagree, for the very reason you mention. Emotions and disagreements on care for the parents are just part of the picture. Third parties can be very effective in breaking deadlocks. Sometimes, even a good friend of your parents can help, but that would mean respect for this person from all siblings. I don't know if you have that.
Good luck with this. It's hard, I know.
Carol