Daughter doesn’t trust mom with Dad’s care
Dear Carol: My mother and I don’t get along. She is manipulative and often nasty to me, so I’ve had to distance myself from the chaos. I keep intending to walk away completely, but I can't do that because I want to help take care of my dad, or at least spend time with him. He has Alzheimer’s and doesn’t even know who I am, but I don’t entirely trust my mother with him. I’m not sure he’s being cared for properly. If I ask questions about his care, or just day to day issues, she thinks I’m criticizing her and emotions escalate. If I try and turn away, I get the martyr routine. I remind myself that it’s not about us, it’s about my dad, but its hard. Any advice? - Monica read more..
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