My mom is 63 years old and lives in an independent living community. She moved there with my father about 3 years ago. My father passed away in December 2018 and my mom, I believe is struggling with the loss. She says otherwise and I've gotten her counseling but she is hesitant to continue because she says she is fine. She is now dealing with hair loss and excessively washing her hair because she thinks there are bugs. I've taken her to the doctor and there are no bugs. She also calls me every day about 4-5 times a day. I don't necessarily have a problem with this but It makes me concerned for her. Other than the bugs she is normal, we've always been close and talking on the phone everyday is not new. It is now the amount of times she calls that concerns me. I know she is lonely. I visit her often as well.
My mom does not have her CG everyday, Lost dad last June but can manage most chores alone.
She has friends in her senior community and has still has no interest in socializing.
Sister and I visit each week. When mom (84) is alone she just sleeps.
Her priest visits often for good talks and she enjoys that.
Its a difficult time for sure.