Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

Elder-caregivers

Habibi

(3,602 posts)

3. Yikes, that is a worrisome situation, for sure.

Reply to politicat (Original post)

Thu Jun 19, 2014, 03:32 AM

Jun 2014

I'm not one to generally advise treating the elderly like children (even when that is what they are, emotionally and intellectually, due to impairment), but boy, I sure would be tempted to block his number. I like the idea of the "pointed convo" though--maybe try that first. It's best if you get cooperation. If that doesn't work, can you talk to someone "official" about your options for protecting her from exploitation? An elder-law specialist of some kind--social-worker or lawyer?

Edit history

Please sign in to view edit histories.

Recommendations

0 members have recommended this reply (displayed in chronological order):

15 replies

= new reply since forum marked as read

Highlight:

I could use some feedback on a delicate situation. [View all] politicat Jun 2014 OP

What a situation for both of you. Does someone have POA or such legal rights about her? uppityperson Jun 2014 #1

I have her POA, I'm the Trustee, the designated responsible party. politicat Jun 2014 #4

There are different kinds of POA's. There's a medical power of attorney pnwmom Jun 2014 #7

Heh. I have the complete, durable POA, I'm the trustee, executor, and the admin. politicat Jun 2014 #9

She's very lucky to have you. pnwmom Jun 2014 #10

It is hard, but at some point you have to simply take over. robinlynne Aug 2014 #14

she is your grandmother? Alameda Jun 2014 #2

I am it. Trustee, POA, responsible party. politicat Jun 2014 #5

Yikes, that is a worrisome situation, for sure. Habibi Jun 2014 #3

Tell her that Bruce is getting older and that he gets confused sometimes and might forget to call. mia Jun 2014 #6

I don't think blocking the phone number is a bad idea, given the circumstances. pnwmom Jun 2014 #8

Thanks. politicat Jun 2014 #11

Good. The fact that he's retreated now that you've taken over pnwmom Jun 2014 #12

I'm coming to this thread a bit late alcina Jul 2014 #13

I don't know what to say Aerows Oct 2014 #15