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By *ilentgirl OP   Woman
over a year ago

That place in

Here something different, and any help be appreciated

Has anyone got homecare/live in for a parent or relative?

My mum as alzimers and we think it be better to her at home where she more comfortable, had any one ever got live in care

Thank you

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By *cjoyCouple
over a year ago

Galway

I've worked in this area but I've never known anyone to get live in care. Unfortunately the amount of home care people receive is constantly being cut- which is part of the reason I no longer do that work because it was hard to see people losing care hours.

Taking care of anyone with Alzheimer's is a huge thing to take on. It's around the clock care that is required and sadly it only becomes more difficult as the disease progresses.

There are lots of services that provide care, but very often at your own cost. I think you will need to do quite a bit of research in order to determine the level of care that you will be able to get.

I wish you the very best of luck with everything.

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By *ilentgirl OP   Woman
over a year ago

That place in


"I've worked in this area but I've never known anyone to get live in care. Unfortunately the amount of home care people receive is constantly being cut- which is part of the reason I no longer do that work because it was hard to see people losing care hours.

Taking care of anyone with Alzheimer's is a huge thing to take on. It's around the clock care that is required and sadly it only becomes more difficult as the disease progresses.

There are lots of services that provide care, but very often at your own cost. I think you will need to do quite a bit of research in order to determine the level of care that you will be able to get.

I wish you the very best of luck with everything.

"

Thank you, I'm hoping the post will send me in the right driction about where to look and ask x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If you contact Bluebird health care they might be able to point you in the right direction or give you advice on your situation.

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By *ocko123Man
over a year ago

Derry

No experience of but was thinking along Mc's experience and knowledge. I suppose it is a matter of when... as folks 'manage' for a varying period depending on the progress of the disease. God help and guide you and yours.

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By *etmebeurfantasyWoman
over a year ago

My town


"If you contact Bluebird health care they might be able to point you in the right direction or give you advice on your situation. "
bluebird is very expensive I think another one is homestend

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By *ilentgirl OP   Woman
over a year ago

That place in


"If you contact Bluebird health care they might be able to point you in the right direction or give you advice on your situation. bluebird is very expensive I think another one is homestend"

Thank you to you both X

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By *ilentgirl OP   Woman
over a year ago

That place in


"No experience of but was thinking along Mc's experience and knowledge. I suppose it is a matter of when... as folks 'manage' for a varying period depending on the progress of the disease. God help and guide you and yours."

Thanks, we're doing the best we can nursing home be last stop and mum could end up there end of the day

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Live in home care is exspensive and the goverment dont give a lot of help either? We did it for a while where a schedule was done up with the family where some1 stayed everynite we got 6 hours a day homehelp which we had to contribute to and the whole family chipped so sum1 was there with nan the whole time this lasted nearly a year but was very demanding and only that we have big fanily would never have lasted that long! In the end we had no choice but find a nursing home as she started to get worse? We took our time and found a lovely home for her where csrers and nurses were great! Dont be fooled but it takes a huge ammount of time, and a lot of help to care for som1 in there own home

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By *exy KevMan
over a year ago

south city

I'll be in Limerick later tonight. Anyone know of a good dogging location in the Limerick area.

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By *unnitoesWoman
over a year ago

Belfast


"I'll be in Limerick later tonight. Anyone know of a good dogging location in the Limerick area."

Huh?? Talk about insensitive!!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Do you maybe have an employee assistance program at work. Lots of big companies do. They can often help with queries like this.

I wish you all the best

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By *j47Man
over a year ago

limerick


"I'll be in Limerick later tonight. Anyone know of a good dogging location in the Limerick area."

In a nursing home

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By *unnitoesWoman
over a year ago

Belfast

OP my mum has vascular dementia and is now in care. We tried all sorts of everything to keep her in her own home but it was the night time which proved most challenging.

Here in the north The Alzheimer's Society gave us life changing advice, I'm not sure about down your way but I really wish you good luck with this xx

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By *emptedoncemoreMan
over a year ago

perth

We did it for a relative but due to cost it was a mixture of family hsc help and live if for short period of time difficult and expensive but better than other options

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I'll be in Limerick later tonight. Anyone know of a good dogging location in the Limerick area."

Ah Jesus this was not the post for that!! Show a little compassion

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By *etmebeurfantasyWoman
over a year ago

My town


"I'll be in Limerick later tonight. Anyone know of a good dogging location in the Limerick area."
Jesus

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I'll be in Limerick later tonight. Anyone know of a good dogging location in the Limerick area.

Huh?? Talk about insensitive!! "

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Im doing it wit my mum.at mun . Just between all of us there is sumone wit her at all times . What i have been told alot of nursing homes dont want demintia patients because of the hard work that hies in . Best of luck as i know it not too far down rd for me and my mum x

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By *ilentgirl OP   Woman
over a year ago

That place in


"Live in home care is exspensive and the goverment dont give a lot of help either? We did it for a while where a schedule was done up with the family where some1 stayed everynite we got 6 hours a day homehelp which we had to contribute to and the whole family chipped so sum1 was there with nan the whole time this lasted nearly a year but was very demanding and only that we have big fanily would never have lasted that long! In the end we had no choice but find a nursing home as she started to get worse? We took our time and found a lovely home for her where csrers and nurses were great! Dont be fooled but it takes a huge ammount of time, and a lot of help to care for som1 in there own home"

We know lol and one day she end up in a home, might be the best thing for her now, it's hard but her safety comes first

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By *ilentgirl OP   Woman
over a year ago

That place in


"Im doing it wit my mum.at mun . Just between all of us there is sumone wit her at all times . What i have been told alot of nursing homes dont want demintia patients because of the hard work that hies in . Best of luck as i know it not too far down rd for me and my mum x"

Really! Hope that's not true best of luck with your mum xx

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By *ilentgirl OP   Woman
over a year ago

That place in


"We did it for a relative but due to cost it was a mixture of family hsc help and live if for short period of time difficult and expensive but better than other options "

That were we are hoping to do also , thanks for the message x

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By *ilentgirl OP   Woman
over a year ago

That place in


"OP my mum has vascular dementia and is now in care. We tried all sorts of everything to keep her in her own home but it was the night time which proved most challenging.

Here in the north The Alzheimer's Society gave us life changing advice, I'm not sure about down your way but I really wish you good luck with this xx"

We haven't asked there yet, and why not I have more idea! Nice one thanks hun x

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By *ilentgirl OP   Woman
over a year ago

That place in


"Do you maybe have an employee assistance program at work. Lots of big companies do. They can often help with queries like this.

I wish you all the best"

I never knew this, one of the family can ask in their place, thanks x

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By *ilentgirl OP   Woman
over a year ago

That place in


"Live in home care is exspensive and the goverment dont give a lot of help either? We did it for a while where a schedule was done up with the family where some1 stayed everynite we got 6 hours a day homehelp which we had to contribute to and the whole family chipped so sum1 was there with nan the whole time this lasted nearly a year but was very demanding and only that we have big fanily would never have lasted that long! In the end we had no choice but find a nursing home as she started to get worse? We took our time and found a lovely home for her where csrers and nurses were great! Dont be fooled but it takes a huge ammount of time, and a lot of help to care for som1 in there own home"

We are finding that out small family and the grankids are helping out lol

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By *ilentgirl OP   Woman
over a year ago

That place in


"I'll be in Limerick later tonight. Anyone know of a good dogging location in the Limerick area."

Well if you have nothing else to do with your time want to mind my mum

It's OK I'm joking

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By *isdirtygirlWoman
over a year ago

Dublin

OP..Start with talking to your mothers GP. Its the quickest and most effective route to take and will save you doing the work. A referral to homecare companies will be made on your mothers behalf. Places like Allin Care , Careworld, Heritage Homecare can provide care packages.

But, please be mindful that these care companies will only provide hours that are funded by the HSE, usually a maximun of 2 and a half hours per day. Any further care that is required outside of allocated hours, will be billed to yourself and your family and the costs can be overwhelming.

Contact Alzheimers.ie. They can give you helpful advice and guidelines.

If and when your mum isnt independent enough to remain at home, she might be eligible for The Nursing Home Support Scheme or Fair Deal. Its worth checking these out so youve covered all your options.

While its a sad time for you in making decisions for your Mum, i wish you the very best xxx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I think it says something about Ireland and the priorities set at a high level that families are left to deal with situations like this with so little support... It's quite depressing really...

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By *ilentgirl OP   Woman
over a year ago

That place in


"OP..Start with talking to your mothers GP. Its the quickest and most effective route to take and will save you doing the work. A referral to homecare companies will be made on your mothers behalf. Places like Allin Care , Careworld, Heritage Homecare can provide care packages.

But, please be mindful that these care companies will only provide hours that are funded by the HSE, usually a maximun of 2 and a half hours per day. Any further care that is required outside of allocated hours, will be billed to yourself and your family and the costs can be overwhelming.

Contact Alzheimers.ie. They can give you helpful advice and guidelines.

If and when your mum isnt independent enough to remain at home, she might be eligible for The Nursing Home Support Scheme or Fair Deal. Its worth checking these out so youve covered all your options.

While its a sad time for you in making decisions for your Mum, i wish you the very best xxx "

Thank you for the advice and yes I think the website be the best place to start

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By *ilentgirl OP   Woman
over a year ago

That place in


"I think it says something about Ireland and the priorities set at a high level that families are left to deal with situations like this with so little support... It's quite depressing really... "

Thanks x

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By *XmfcoupleXxCouple
over a year ago

Dublin

I worked in nursing homes/home care for years its very expensive and in some cases you end up needing to go for a nursing home as well! However it can be a lot easier on the person in need of care as its not such a huge change if you do go for home care please ask to see the persons garda vetting! I know of a few agencies who have had people working without it. As long as you are careful and thorough with your selection you'll be fine hope she is keeping well!

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By *ilentgirl OP   Woman
over a year ago

That place in


"I worked in nursing homes/home care for years its very expensive and in some cases you end up needing to go for a nursing home as well! However it can be a lot easier on the person in need of care as its not such a huge change if you do go for home care please ask to see the persons garda vetting! I know of a few agencies who have had people working without it. As long as you are careful and thorough with your selection you'll be fine hope she is keeping well!

"

That is one thing we will be checking for, we hope to find an agencies that does all that as part of their protocol, thanks for the message x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Im doing it wit my mum.at mun . Just between all of us there is sumone wit her at all times . What i have been told alot of nursing homes dont want demintia patients because of the hard work that hies in . Best of luck as i know it not too far down rd for me and my mum x"

Fair play for looking after your mother at home. What you have been told is untrue as the majority of residents in both private and public (HSE) nursing homes/long term care settings are people with dementia.

OP: The best thing is to go to your GP who can refer you to public health nurse, OTs etc and a care package can be arranged for you based on your assessment needs. It will only be a few hours a day but it will help. You would have to organise a rota with other family members if possible and may have to go down the route of a private carer which is very expensive. You can also avail of a certain amount of respite care. Im not 100% how many weeks are free but your GP/PHN can give you the info on that.

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