I am a student/I have a full-time job/I live far away. How can I make sure my parent is taking care of themselves?
This is a concern that many adult offspring face as they start lives and families of their own, and their ill parent is still unable to be completely independent. The situation – and the solution – will be different depending on if your parent is in treatment, is medication-compliant, is living independently or in a group home/treatment center, is financially independent, etc. The following are some solutions used by members of schizophrenia.com to deal with their own situations – they may be helpful to you, or you may find a resource for advice/information. 1) If your parent is living independently and you are concerned for them, look into hiring a part-time home aid. Such a person can come to your parent’s house for a few hours every day to check in, make sure medications are taken, help with errands and around the house, and just generally visit. Your parent’s insurance may cover home help. 2) If you have other siblings or your parent has close family still living, try and share the
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