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Elder-caregivers
In reply to the discussion: I'm in complete despair [View all]No Vested Interest
(5,167 posts)32. Not necessarily true re doctors not being able to release him if there is inadequate care.
I haven't experienced such my self, but read frequently that hospitals will not keep patients when they have deemed patient ready for release, and, apparently, many are sent home to be on their own.
I'm not defending such treatment, but have read of such, even here on DU, frequently.
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Good grief! Just wash your hands of your own father when he needs help the most, and leave
Doodley
Sep 2023
#15
So all the love that the parent gives when a child needs help, love and support the most isn't
Doodley
Sep 2023
#14
Good advice, but there's probably some resentment that the others are doing the heavy lifting
Doodley
Sep 2023
#13
Not necessarily true re doctors not being able to release him if there is inadequate care.
No Vested Interest
Sep 2023
#32
I feel for the OP too, it's hard when it's your parent and you so want good outcomes
bucolic_frolic
Sep 2023
#8
Yes, those pills may not be safe. He may be in pain and need those pills. Yes, he may be addicted.
Doodley
Sep 2023
#27
Don't know if this fits your situation, but there are online counseling services that
Gaugamela
Sep 2023
#16