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I think we all (CGs) worry about that eventuality--and of course PWPs do too! Perhaps the best answer is to try to educate other"significant others" whether children, siblings, etc., about PD and how it affects our particular situation. Not easy, in the face of often massive denial/indifference,and distance of all kinds--emotional as well as geographical. It seems very important also to keep good records, have care well organized, so it would be easier for another person to step in. Planning for the future, while it may be painful can also give reassurance. For example, Peter and I have given our 2 daughters WRITTEN instructions as to our wishes should I become unable to care for him--which NH he prefers, etc. I know this relieves a LITTLE of his anxiety--though not all by any means. The best thing of course is to have open, honest, loving communication--and wouldn't it be neat if we could "bottle and sell it" ! :-) Camilla Flintermann, CG for Peter, 78/7, Oxford,Ohio [log in to unmask] * * * * * * * * * * * * * * "Ask me about the CARE list for PD caregivers!" * * * * * * * * * * * * * *