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JoAnn is absolutely correct and speak from some experience. You yourselves know what marvelous care you have rendered and what good luck you've had in that many with downs do not make it to requiring aging care.
It is now time to look into options for the future. If your son will inherit any fund, then it's time to be certain a special needs trust and a fiduciary is in place. If he will not inherit much he still requires protection that will allow him to access care whether in AL or group home and have what funds he has managed and protected for him by a State Appointed Fiduciary. You do not mention other family and I am assuming that in your absence he will not have any to rely upon.
You've done well, but I as an 81 year old and you yourselves know that the writing is on the wall and something could happen at any moment. It is important to now get things into place. I surely do wish you well. I know you will have in place some contacts given this long history to help guide you. It's hard to be realistic, but reality is something you MUST recognize and accept in these tough circumstances.
If ur son is living with you, its time to place him. You are in your mid 80s. What is going to happen to him when u pass? Dementia could cause him to be aggressive even violent. Call your County Disabilities Dept and see what options you have. What resourses are available to him. Would it not be better to place him now and see that he is safe and cared for instead of the State stepping in when you've passed. And please, if you have other children, do not expect them to care for him.
I have a nephew who can live on his own with some overseeing. Because of a neurological problem, he will probably have Dementia sooner than later. I am his POA. He is 34 to my 74. I have done a lot for him. The best thing, getting him people. He has a State Coordinator and a CBS worker once a week who takes him shopping, to the bank, cleans up his apt., etc. I am able to back away. Its nice. I remain his POA to handle his finances. I drive him when an appt cannot be made on Fridays. I can just be his Aunt. When he enters a home, I will let the State take over his care. My girls have been told in no way are they to feel responsible for him.
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By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
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I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
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You yourselves know what marvelous care you have rendered and what good luck you've had in that many with downs do not make it to requiring aging care.
It is now time to look into options for the future.
If your son will inherit any fund, then it's time to be certain a special needs trust and a fiduciary is in place. If he will not inherit much he still requires protection that will allow him to access care whether in AL or group home and have what funds he has managed and protected for him by a State Appointed Fiduciary.
You do not mention other family and I am assuming that in your absence he will not have any to rely upon.
You've done well, but I as an 81 year old and you yourselves know that the writing is on the wall and something could happen at any moment. It is important to now get things into place. I surely do wish you well. I know you will have in place some contacts given this long history to help guide you. It's hard to be realistic, but reality is something you MUST recognize and accept in these tough circumstances.
I have a nephew who can live on his own with some overseeing. Because of a neurological problem, he will probably have Dementia sooner than later. I am his POA. He is 34 to my 74. I have done a lot for him. The best thing, getting him people. He has a State Coordinator and a CBS worker once a week who takes him shopping, to the bank, cleans up his apt., etc. I am able to back away. Its nice. I remain his POA to handle his finances. I drive him when an appt cannot be made on Fridays. I can just be his Aunt. When he enters a home, I will let the State take over his care. My girls have been told in no way are they to feel responsible for him.
If you'd like a caregiver more regularly, go to the Find Care tab on top of this page and click. Then fill out the form to be contacted by someone from A Place For Mom for in home care options.
Good luck.