Stories from Caregivers: Pam from NEW JERSEY

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Pam

FROM NEW JERSEY

I promised my mom I would respect her wishes and keep her in her home as long as possible. My mom is 90 and has had several strokes affecting her speaking and understanding. She has dementia, bladder cancer and formerly kidney cancer. She requires 24/7 supervision, but fortunately she is able to enjoy being at home with care givers assisting her. This is draining our finances. This isn't sustainable. What can a daughter do? I want to respect her wishes.

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