I need advice regarding my situation. My father has cancer and refuses treatment and wants to die at home. He does not want to be put in a nursing home or hospice. I am currently unemployed and take care of both my mom and dad's daily needs (i.e ordering, picking up and dispensing daily medications, housework, grocery shopping, Dr appts ect..) which leaves me little time to take care of my own needs. Is there a program that will reimburse/pay for my time? I understand I may have to take some type of training to become certified? They both have Medicare and Colorado Medicaid/Colorado Access. I appreciate your time and guidance.
Here is a link for the Area's on Aging in your State. http://www.carecolorado.net/list10_co_Aging_Services_senior_centers.htm Hopefully you can call them and they can give you direction and let you know what you can qualify for. I agree with Naheaton concerning Hospice, very very very important..!! Hospice is as much for YOU as it is for your father. Can you present it as "help" for you? If your parents are stubborn like most parents, you have to make them think they made the decision. Hospice will help you with medicine cost as well as care and other items you may not realize. YOU need Hospice for yourself as well.
Blessings,
Bridget
Have the dept of aging do a home vist. There are funds available for caregivers also your parents may get in home services. If my info is correct you may get respite help.
take care of yourself,
Vickie