What are the best nursing homes in or near Chapel Hill, NC for my very sick father-in-law?
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Please keep this question open my grandmother was in a nurseing home in Chapel Hill,I can't remember the name ill have to call my mom,but it was the nicest place I had ever seen and the staff was wonderful.I'll find out and edit this tomorrow to let you know.\n\nOk the name of it is Heartfeilds,its located in Cary,but this place is wonderful!I I wish you the best of luck!
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I'm sorry to hear about your grandfather. It's very unfortunate that some nursing homes are either lacking in good help that they can't possibly take care of the patients that they have or else just don't have the compassion that it takes to care for the patients. I swear that my dear mother will never go into a nursing home because I've seen one too many homes in my life that treated the patients poorly. \nIf there is someone who is in charge of your grandfather's affairs, then you should consult with them and together go to the D.O.N(Director of Nursing) at the home where your grandfather is at. Let them know that your extremely upset over finding him sick and lying in his own body waste and that you plan on taking action. Tell them that when you admitted him into their facilities, you expected the best of care and am very disappointed that it's not up to even the lowest of standards. Be sure to follow up with whatever action you've chosen to take. I would also consider talking to an attorney.
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tell them no. that's what he wants you to do serve him. find an agency that offers 24 hour care or you can also contact hospice they are trained to help the family with respite and other situations were it is impossible for the family to care for the terminally ill.and he can afford it if they are well to do. i know you are a good person just by reading your story, but he hates you, not dislike or slightly annoyed, just mean. explain to your husband that after all the years you just wouldn't be comfortable taking care of such a mean spirit. i know him and his family will come up with another idea. and the elderly and sick need more attention and care.good luck and forgive him and pray for him.
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ask a shrink (he should have one) for options and don't give up. visit each place and ask questions. make sure he's comfortable there.\ni know what you mean about state places.
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Go to your local senior center and nursing homes
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Sorry for your husband's prognosis. Here is a site that might help direct you. All my best.\n\nhttp://www.abanet.org/aging/toolkit/
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Hell yeah!! i was born and raised in high point NC.  Wow small world....I would check the yellow pages i know of one but can not remember the name.  I know that there are a couple in greensboro and winston salem but that is a bit of a drive.  Good luck high point!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Hi, I live in Asheville. Most available subsidized health care will be within your resident county in NC. I don't know if you have already, but you should check the DSS in Henderson Co, and try to find out what you can do to be seen at the Health Dept. there. Usually they will base your payment amount, if any, on your income. In Buncombe Co, we have an assistance program thru ABCCM (Asheville,Bunc Community Christian Ministry) that will help pay your expenses, but I don't know if you have to be a resident of BuncCo.??  Hope you find something soon. Best of luck to you. ... by the way - how on earth do you qualify for medicare A,B,D and not medicaid? I would re-apply and/or appeal if I were you. Certainly the DSS will reconsider.
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Twin Oaks Nursing Center\nhttp://www.pennmed.com/twinoaks.htm
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Try http://www.ncva.com
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I hope you are ready to hear this, but she may be getting ready to die. Have you looked into nursing homes? When it gets to be too much for you to handle, you might want to look into hospice care, they help the patient and the family for the inevitable. But when a person stops eating, they have given up and are preparing to die. When looking at nursing homes, don't get freaked out by the price, because they usually don't stay too long. I'm going through this with my dad right now, actually he wants to go because he knows its getting too hard for mom to take care of him. Best wishes.
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I Know What you mean my dad had a stroke 5yrs. ago and since then I've kinda become his personal assistant. There are a few companies that provide personal nursing care but these are usally expensive. There are also some assisted living places that help people when they need it but allow them freedom the wouldn't have in a nursing home. I know both these options are expensive. However, other than these all I really can suggest is for a family member to stay with him. I know I help my dad with a lot of things he used to do everyday I make sure he remembers to take meds and help him go to bed. Its a difficult job, and I'm still going to school, but if you or one of your family members wants to help him sometimes this is better than letting a stranger.
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Has he had the doctors do X-rays to see if there is an underlying casue (degeneration of the discs, bukges, spurs etc??). Knowing what is causing the problems will go a long way to helping.\n\nAlso I think he should see a physiotherapist. My husband went to chiro's for years and the improvements wore off after a few days. He has been seeing a physiotherapist in recent times and his recovery from major painful incidents is much quicker and longer lasting. The benefit they have over chiro is that physio will help you to learn how to reatrin the muscles that support the spine. If the muscles are strong this will help take the pressure off the bones and share more of the workload.\n\nMy husband has also benefited from the following:\n\n*Changing jobs so he minimises heavy and repetitive lifting (I know this is not always possible)\n\n*When he does get major pain he will take anti-inflammatory drugs and lay as flat as possible all day. This will help rest the area.\n\n*We got a "memory foam" mattress overlay and a pillow. It gives more support to his back whilst sleeping.\n\n*Doing stretches and back exercises every day. The physio will be able to show your dad simple things he can do at home. Otherwise there are some great books out there.\n\n*Thinking before he lifts anything and then doing it is the safest way possible (ie lifting from the legs).\n\nUnfortunately back problems are one of those problems which can keep reccurring. Just when you think you have it under control, you do something silly and you are back to square 1. Good luck though for your dad, and help him out when he is in severe pain and make him rest.
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Hey! I lived in the Raleigh area for a while and moving back very soon. If you looking for affordable. There is Fox Haven apartments on Fox Road. Two bedrooms is about 600 a month but it is in a nice area next door to Fox Road Elementary. Also there is Maple Ridge Apartments which is close to the same range. If you want to live closer to Cary, there is Birchtree apartments. It has an outdoor pool and laundry room, and it is about 650 for a two bedroom.  The nicest areas are extreme North Raleigh, around Falls of the Neuse and Fox Road. Leesville Road is very, very nice area and Leesville School is in the area. Rated the 3rd best school in NC for about three years. Lynn Road is also very nice. You want to stay from the downtown area. Martin Street, Jones Street, South New Bern, that kind of thing. If you would like more info. you can e mail me at Andreswifey@cashette.com
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Asheville, NC is GORGEOUS!  Check out the Biltmore Estate & the Grove Park Inn.  If you are on a tight budget, you could look into bed and breakfasts (http://www.ashevillebba.com/).  \n\nIf you want more of an urban locale -- Charlotte is awesome.  The Van Landingham Estate is the first place that comes to mind (http://www.vanlandinghamestate.com/).  There are also some really great historic hotels uptown.  Congrats and good luck!
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I would start with physical therapy departments at the hospitals in your area.  Some hospitals offer classes about proper body mechanics.  also the educational department at some hospitals might have information/classes on caring for people with Alzheimers.
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