Carers Group: 14/10/24

Member updates

A sister raised concerns about her brother who is in hospital where he lives abroad. He has had an infection/ virus which was then diagnosed as pneumonia. She is anxious because her mum had dementia and got pneumonia and died. There are increased difficulties in finding out what is going on due to the time difference.

Janet suggested she speak to the hospital to ask if there’s a convenient time to call the hospital to speak to someone who is looking after her brother. As next of kin she should be kept updated. 

His mental condition has gone down over the past few weeks. The brother is going to need to be reassessed as the care home say they don’t have the resources to help him. The sister is worried that a family member will not be consulted.

Tatiana suggested she find out who will be doing the assessment so she can ask to me involved.

Janet added if she was not able to call to send an email to make them aware you call all the time. and want to be involved. Maybe ask for a zoom call so you can see the person face to face. It is important to let them know you are worried as he went in with one thing and now has something else.

A daughter reported her Mum can now walk with a frame. She’s eating well and her dementia level is ok. It’s amazing what they have done with her in the care home. It’s encouraging to know the care is right for her mum. The daughter went on to explain the circumstances which led her to this care home. Her mum will be 93 on Monday. The home is Rosewood care home, Bean Road , Greenhithe, owned by Charing Health LTD