My Aunt was diagnosed with Alzheimer's a few months ago, which deemed her mentally unable to make decisions for herself and therefore invoked power of attorney to my cousin. My Cousin decided it was best for her to be "put" in a home care facility and was taken there directly from the doctor's office Now, she's not allowed to leave the residence without her (cousin) permission. She has not even back to her home to retrieve personal belongings. My ? How can she attain a second opinion on her medical evaluation? I have not been able to visit her in person yet (she is in OK, I am in CA) however, her mental state has never been at all vague or distracted during any phone conversation. She has never shown any signs of disorientation or confusion, but is in fact VERY aware of the current situation, so of course is unhappy. My cousin has also mentioned selling her house, and of course has full access to all bank accounts...etc.
Does anyone has any advise how I can help her?
2007-09-02
12:35:25
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annie
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