How Can I Get My Stubborn Elderly Father to Accept a Caregiver in His Home?

Hi Connie, ohhh, I am so sorry to read about what you are going through with your disabled husband and also with his advancing AD too! You can get an audio/video baby monitor easily (BabysRus probably has them), so you can see your husband on a TV monitor in another room. I had one for my parents and they never knew it was there--as there is a tiny "eye" camera that was on their dresser that showed a wide angle of their whole bedroom, and even bright at night with all the lights off. That will really help you.

Yes, please call Hospice right away! Most people wait way too long and they will be such a great help to you.

Now, most importantly: Please take care of yourself, as your husband doesn't want his misfortune to shorten your life too. You are at huge risk of getting sick with that little sleep and so much stress. I know what I'm talking about, as I got breast cancer after I took care of my parents and endured soooo much stress too. Please listen to me.

HUG,

Jacqueline

Thank you Jacqueline for your care and concern. I am trying to take care of my self, as you know it's so easy to get lost in this disease with your loved one. I sleep as much as possible and I am eating well. I have been getting regular checkups from my doctor, because of all the stress I am under he insist I come in one a month. I really appreciat your concern. It is hard but I am still going. Thank you connie