Busy, busy, busy

It has been a very busy time just organising things that need doing as well as ensuring that I meet friends for the odd coffee.

We had a very hot month throughout February when George needed more help than usual as he had more times when he was very confused. In addition he encounted more toilet issues which meant that I have been washing up to three loads a day as well as changing the bed very frequently. Also took all the bedding off in his room to wash and air everything. With his incontinence and the catheter the smell of urine can permeate the place! Think I am winning at the moment.

Went to a caregivers group yesterday. A woman I had never seen before was there. Unfortunately this poor woman obviously has mental problems. Her mother has just been put in a home. She feels that her siblings and that staff from the home are all against her. So sad.

There is a lot of literature about siblings not  all being on the same page in these circumstances especially when some do not live in the same place. Often it is the primary caregiver who other siblings criticise. It is important to remember that it is the parent who is the important one and the most important issue is to provide the best quality of life possible. Support that primary caregiver as they really need that support and they also need to know that their efforts are appreciated. I think many of us forget that.

Poor George caught his finger in the car door one day resulting in a black finger nail. He gets very upset, like a child, if he hurts himself. Keep plasters and some TLC handy.