My dad and I are very close, and I'm moving into the dorms at the college I'm going to in August - they're only 30 minutes away from home. I can tell that he's not handling the idea of me moving out very well at all. I know that most parents aren't overjoyed over their children leaving home (or at least they don't show that joy), but my dad seems to be especially upset.
He's also an epileptic. He has grand mal seizures that are almost entirely under control, but he's had a few while taking his medication and he's not the best at remembering to take his medication. This is scary to me because he'll be alone when I leave for school... and he's been injured before while having a seizure alone.
How can I make the transition easier and safer for him? Living at home is not an option for me.
2007-12-02 14:34:48 · 6 answers · asked by Lauren 5 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
I am epileptic too I have complex-partial AND petite-mal seizures. Make sure he has a pill box and puts it in the bathroom so when he brushes his teeth every morning (and night if he is like me and has to take med. at night). This helps me alot!! You moving out is a big step but you'll just have to call him at least once a day and make sure he has taken his med. for the day and he should be fine. Remember to ask him how he has been feeling, I know sometimes it's like I can notice when somethings not right with me and then a couple hours or even a day or so later I might have a seizure but all in all he will be fine....you and him both should I say!! Pray about it and God will help you too...he always helps me. God Bless and good luck
2007-12-02 15:13:22 · answer #1 · answered by petiteandsweet!! 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are companies that can come and check on him. Home Instead Senior Care is the first that comes to mind (it is not just for seniors, despite the name). They will send a caregiver into the home to check medication. If your family does not have the money for something like that consider contacting your local Department of Human Services, they should be able to help in some way. Is there anyone you know that might volunteer to go over there once a day for a medication reminder? Perhaps you could remember to call him once daily to remind him to take his medication.
As for you, I commend you for caring so much about your father. Good for you for moving forward with your life and making good choices! It sounds like you are on the right path in life, congratulations!!
2007-12-02 14:53:50 · answer #2 · answered by Robin Sparkles 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am sorry that your dad is having these awful epileptic-seizures. There is something that you can do. Get in contact with the In Home Supportive Service in your county or something like it. If your dad qualify he maybe able to hire someone to be with him, and the state pays for it.
If your dad makes decent amount of money monthly, he may have to have 'share of cost' Where he pays the difference. If your dad do make substantial amount money monthly, you would have to pay 'out of pocket' for the service.
You both can interview the prospects and hire the one who you feel comfort to watch your dad. It's good that you're only 30 mins away in case of an emergency. The only other option is to relocate him closer to your school. God bless
2007-12-02 14:53:25 · answer #3 · answered by tony 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-17 05:16:54 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He can handle himself. Don't worry.
If you want to you can get him one of those pendants for seniors that they can press to get emergency services.
You can't stop living your life because of fear for your dad, although I applaud you for thinking about his welfare.
His insurance may have a program where they can have someone check in on him every day.
You take care and trust your dad is a big boy and will be all right. :)
2007-12-02 14:41:26 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check with Hospice, if he is on any kind of disability he may qualify for a in home health care worker.Talk to D.S.S. too.
2007-12-02 14:42:52 · answer #6 · answered by Joe F 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋