by Katy
(Florida)
I am an only child caring for my 57-year-old mom who suffers from chronic pain, arthritis, and various mental illnesses. I have to monitor her constantly to make sure she eats, stays clean, and takes her medications properly, because her physical pain, anxiety and inability to concentrate makes it impossible for her to do it herself anymore. I encourage her to do things for herself when she is able, but she is more content to watch me do everything and tell me (in very cruel, abusive language) how I do it all wrong.
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Apr 25, 18 10:09 AM
I was shocked to see so many and similar predicaments with an aging parent being abusive. Please don't get me wrong, I have a master's degree in mental
Apr 25, 18 09:53 AM
My mom (almost 85) lives with us. She wants my constant attention and I just don't have the energy or desire to give it to her. Yesterday I spent about
Apr 21, 18 10:06 AM
I have the opposite situation as many others and I really feel for your suffering. Emotions run high when it comes to who should do what in eldercare.