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How many mentally ill disabled americans take care of elderly family members?


Caregiver of a 82 year old grandmother. I am disabled mentally ill on medication and feeling over whelmed. Resources for both of us. Can I make my mom help?

You cannot make anyone help. And you shouldn't be caring for anyone else. You are disabled. *DIS* abled, as in 'not able'. If you are in a disability program, like SSI, it means that you can't even take care of yourself without government help.

You should contact the closest thing to Adult Protective Services in your area. You're grandmother needs far more than you can provide.

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