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Elder-caregivers

3Hotdogs

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8. Glad to help.

Reply to Ilsa (Reply #7)

Fri Aug 14, 2020, 11:03 AM

Aug 2020

Her, being the spouse of a war vet, she is eligible. She is also eligible for VA nursing home, in residence, care. But there is a wait for spouses. My mother's wait was 1 1/2 years. That is why I recommend applying for it now.

You can decline the offer when her turn comes up but you may want that as a fall back if things become too difficult to manage.

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The daily episode of something else that has slipped away. [View all] Ilsa Aug 2020 OP

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Having been there... RainCaster Aug 2020 #2

We administer her meds twice a day. She can't Ilsa Aug 2020 #3

Is she alone during the day? 3Hotdogs Aug 2020 #4

No assets to protect. Ilsa Aug 2020 #5

Try contacting a local American Legion post. 3Hotdogs Aug 2020 #6

Thank you. I appreciate this offer. Ilsa Aug 2020 #7

Glad to help. 3Hotdogs Aug 2020 #8

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Here's a strategy... Trueblue Texan Aug 2020 #9