Estimate the costs of care
That is mum attending the day program two days per week (for approx 4.5 hrs). That is Mum attending respite care a total of 33 days in 2010. As a caregiver, I am allowed up to 90 days per year, but at a cost of $ 69.00 per day, which is very reasonable. She has her feet taken care of by a podiatrist to ensure that she has no corns, warts or problems with her feet in terms of fungus etc. And imagine, even after all this, we are still ahead approx 12-20k a year as opposed to a long-term care facility.
my next decision is to bring in a nanny full time to help me with the careing duties. In a perfect world, I would be able to return to work and start bringing in a salary that pays a little more than the $2.05 per hour I am now getting paid. My current salary will be transferred to the nanny.
So unless my Dad left her a million dollars somewhere, we are looking at a bleak future if Mum lives another 10-15 years... which she might very well pull off. At least if I'm working again, I will be able to help with the upkeep of stuff like... oooooooh FOOOD and SHELTER!!! :) We have distributed a small amount of her cash, most of it sunk into my "state of the art" alzheimer's house. Which ultimately was an awesome investment, as I have her care and well-being all taken care of here. So this is where we shall stay.
Lupeeda: If you can hear me......... I need you . I think you are a caring soul who will grow to love and adore the woman I take care of. We will make you comfy and cozy as possible, and try to give you an environment that will please you so that you stay with us for quite a while.
I think you will be great asset.
peace out.
In planning for long-term care, consider all the costs you might face now and in the future. Alzheimer’s is a progressive disease, and the type and level of care a person needs will change over time. Costs may include:
• Ongoing medical treatment (feet, hair, personal hygiene etc)=$146.00
• Treatment for other medical conditions (Dental care) = $14, 000 (total for 2009-10)
• Prescription drugs $5200 (for 2010)
• Personal care supplies $2000 (incontinence supplies, pads, wipes etc)
• Adult day services - $2400
• In-home care services - $4000.00
• Residential care services, including assisted living and nursing homes (Respite) $3500.00
That is mum attending the day program two days per week (for approx 4.5 hrs). That is Mum attending respite care a total of 33 days in 2010. As a caregiver, I am allowed up to 90 days per year, but at a cost of $ 69.00 per day, which is very reasonable. She has her feet taken care of by a podiatrist to ensure that she has no corns, warts or problems with her feet in terms of fungus etc. And imagine, even after all this, we are still ahead approx 12-20k a year as opposed to a long-term care facility.
my next decision is to bring in a nanny full time to help me with the careing duties. In a perfect world, I would be able to return to work and start bringing in a salary that pays a little more than the $2.05 per hour I am now getting paid. My current salary will be transferred to the nanny.
So unless my Dad left her a million dollars somewhere, we are looking at a bleak future if Mum lives another 10-15 years... which she might very well pull off. At least if I'm working again, I will be able to help with the upkeep of stuff like... oooooooh FOOOD and SHELTER!!! :) We have distributed a small amount of her cash, most of it sunk into my "state of the art" alzheimer's house. Which ultimately was an awesome investment, as I have her care and well-being all taken care of here. So this is where we shall stay.
Lupeeda: If you can hear me......... I need you . I think you are a caring soul who will grow to love and adore the woman I take care of. We will make you comfy and cozy as possible, and try to give you an environment that will please you so that you stay with us for quite a while.
I think you will be great asset.
peace out.
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