2HOTinPHX
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Hello all,
So looking for some input on family situation. Our parents are in their mid 80s. They were both doing pretty good but recently have had some physical issues. Both smoked for many many many years but do not currently smoke. Mom is oxygen and has slowed down considerably and does not like to leave the house. Dad would still get out and do the grocery shopping. They both are still pretty sharp as far as minds go.
They live in the SF Bay Area in the same house we grew up in. One brother 57 has been living with them for a few years now and helps them with things around the house as needed. He is still working too. Another brother 60 lives a few blocks away and him and his wife visit frequently visit and take care of things to. I think he is the designated decision maker. We live in Phoenix so farther away.
So recently Dads health took a quick turn for the worse. He lost the feeling in his hands and feet and has lost his ability to walk. He was diagnosed with some sort of neuropathy. It looks like he is going to need full time monitoring as even going to the restroom is a struggle. He fell recently and could not get up on his own..this all within a few weeks
Brothers have been doing there best to help but both are working.
Not sure were to turn or things we should do next? Looking for any input from others who have been through this type of situation.
So looking for some input on family situation. Our parents are in their mid 80s. They were both doing pretty good but recently have had some physical issues. Both smoked for many many many years but do not currently smoke. Mom is oxygen and has slowed down considerably and does not like to leave the house. Dad would still get out and do the grocery shopping. They both are still pretty sharp as far as minds go.
They live in the SF Bay Area in the same house we grew up in. One brother 57 has been living with them for a few years now and helps them with things around the house as needed. He is still working too. Another brother 60 lives a few blocks away and him and his wife visit frequently visit and take care of things to. I think he is the designated decision maker. We live in Phoenix so farther away.
So recently Dads health took a quick turn for the worse. He lost the feeling in his hands and feet and has lost his ability to walk. He was diagnosed with some sort of neuropathy. It looks like he is going to need full time monitoring as even going to the restroom is a struggle. He fell recently and could not get up on his own..this all within a few weeks
Brothers have been doing there best to help but both are working.
Not sure were to turn or things we should do next? Looking for any input from others who have been through this type of situation.
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