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November 8, 2005, 11:31 am PST
The Meaning of "Family"
Quote From: papillionI have 1 older brother and 1 younger sister and an 80 yr old Mother. I have been the sole caregiver for my Mother for almost 2 yrs now, going to her house every day, preparing meals, preparing medications, housecleaning, laundry, taking her to all Dr's appointments, mostly doing everything for her with no help or offer of help from my sister or brother. I am tired, worn out, and haven't had a day off in forever it seems. We have not been "away" but 3 days in the past year. My sister or brother do not talk to me and never volunteer to help me or give me a day off. I think you should be able to divorce your siblings! What should I do to try to get them to understand I can't do this alone much longer? Is there the option for hiring someone to come to your mothers home and help her? For what ever reason your brother or sister don't talk to you, you should still try to share the responsibility of your mothers care. Why not give one of them a call and try to delegate? Like " Mom needs some shopping done and has a Dr. appt. on Wed. and needs some help with her house work, which would you prefere? It may be that your mother needs more attention than can reasonably be expected of anyone and time to consider other possibilities.
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