Hello, I am new to this org. I currently look after my mother and brother, although I do not live with them, I visit them daily to care for them. My father died 3 years ago, he too was disabled. My brother has Downs Syndrome and my mother has various issues and mobility problems. My brother lives with my mother and has a care plan in place to help with his personal care. However over the past couple of days my mothers mobility has decreased due to spinal problems and she was today admitted to hospital. I have my own home and also have a little girl and partner. Lately I have been feeling really overwhelmed. I have no other siblings to help me. Do you think carers would come for both my mother and brother once she is out of hospital? I am terrified that the local authority will try to recommend full time care for one or both. I do not want this to happen, and also they both wish to stay at home, yet I need help / assistance as there is only one of me and I am not superwoman. Advice needed please?
Lisa, start with the learning disability team and ask for an URGENT Needs Assessment as your brother's situation has changed now mum has gone into hospital.
Can I ask how old he is? Does he attend day services every day, ever used respite care? My son has SLD, now 37, so I understand your dilemmas.
How disabled is mum?