I have a sweet aunt (86 years old) that is suffering from paranoia and depression. She lives with her disabled son (mid 50's) who is taking the blunt of her manic periods. She will not go to a doctor to get the right meds, any suggestions how to get her to go to a doctor for help? We live far away from them but hear the cry of help from her son. Any suggestions from those that have experienced this would be greatly appreciated.
If he has POA or could get guardianship, it might make it a little easier in that it would be harder for her to refuse treatment, but physically getting her to the doctor would still be a challenge.
If her depression, mania, or paranoia get to the point that she is danger to herself or others, he could call 911 and have her taken to a mental health facility for evaluation.
Does she have a primary doctor that she trusts that she would be willing to see for a "checkup"?
If your cousin is sending up distress signals, please don’t ignore them! Do all you can to find him help. Notify other family members. Call APS. Make sure something is done. Please don’t leave him out there fending for himself with your aunt.