mom fell again this week. nothing broke but a lot bruised badly and a cut requiring stitches in her ear. two weeks of rehab and then my family has decided she needs more care than we are capable of.
I'm so sorry for you and your mother. This is where I was two years ago, though mom wasn't hurt in her falls, she was having trouble taking care of herself and I lived too far away to keep watch on her every day. She's been in Assisted Living for two years now. Is she happy? No, but with dad gone she's never going to really be happy again. Is she safe and cared for? Yes. Her aides are all so nice and take very good care of her. She has more personal interactions than she did at home alone, and my sister and I have peace of mind knowing she's safe. Take care and be good to yourself as you continue along this most difficult journey.
