Image by Getty Images via @daylifeThoughts occasioned by fireworks, barbecues and flags: Why are we so surprised and dismayed, those of us who take care of older Americans, when they resist the help we want to provide? Or torpedo the plans we’ve so carefully researched?
Their intransigence can madden their families. We see a parent fall three times, and we want to intervene, to retrofit his house or move him into what seems a safer environment. But he insists that no, he’s fine at home. We notice that a relative is losing weight, either because she forgets to eat or can’t easily get to a market and cook, and we want to arrange for a home care aide or to fill her freezer or to sign her up for Meals on Wheels. She says she doesn’t don’t need any help, thanks.
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