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We placed my mom in memory care 6 months ago. She's very mobile and in good health other than her cognition and verbal skills. She continues to ask to come home multiple times a week. While the staff is friendly and the majority of time mom's happy when engaged this past week mom started packing her room up again. The staff has taken her clothes and moved them to a secured closet so she can't pack up. Is this common? Lately my sister and I are contemplating bringing mom home as we want to honor… read more
@A myALZteam Member I hope someone can answer your question about solving the packing with a secure closet. It's always nice to know what is standard practice. I would see if a Memory Care Navigator in your area can meet with you for a free assessment and discuss the pros and cons of moving your mom. I had a helpful discussion with someone from a local nonprofit like this regarding my dad. Your story resonated with me (parent finances, caregiver coordination, young kids--oh my!) and I added you to "my team." My best to you.
Some people tell them they are on vacation or tomorrow. Distract them. An example at a course I was on when they asked to go home. You say I want my cat. Then ask what color how old etc.
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