Elite 11+ thread, also home of the whoopsied mushroom appreciation society!

calmspirit

Clipstrip_Bargains wrote: »

Whooop whooop just got invited for an interview. Job in a school:-D

:T:T:T Good luck :T:T:T:T:T fingers crossed for ya xxx

dcon_blue

I've not been able to read up on any of this thread so many apologies in advance for not contributing recently and for this completely OT post ... but I know the knowledge base and expereince of this thread is HUGE

To cut to the chase I could do with 'speaking' with a regular person who has experience of appying for Deputyship for someone with Dementia ... and all what it means on a day-to-day basis once it has been put in place.

I am a FT carer for mum with Alzheimers who lives with me and hasn't a penny to her name ... so I have no experience of dealing with care homes and looking after anyones financial affairs.

But my aunt (her sister) has vascular dementia and has been in a local care home since Sept last year when my cousin (her carer) became ill with cancer. He died two weeks ago and she now needs someone to act on her behalf. I know Social Services could do this but ...

Anyway, I've looked at the Office of Public Guardian and Court of Protection websites and have an idea of what's involved ... but I'd like to hear from someone who's been there, done it and got the tee shirt IYKWIM ... How much hassle does it involve? How has it affected your life? Would you do it again? What would you do differently? etc. etc.

TIA xxx

Fudge_Cake_2

Special loving thoughts and gentle cuddles sent to 3Dogs :A and Tinyshoes :A



choirchick - Thank you for emailing lutzi, please do let me know if you get a reply :A So sorry about your tooth I didn't find it funny actually because I know how embarassed I'd be Poor you! I really hope you can get a replacement and still make it to Dreamboats and Petticoats

Tiny - So pleased that Mum had a more comfortable sleep in her own bed and was feeling a little brighter on your arrival this morning. You are such a wonderful lady and have so much strength and love for your Mum, please stop berating yourself. Any time of the day or night, come tell us about it :Axxxx Big hugs, hope you and debsjc are having a lovely time. Hi Debs :hello:

tiger - Awww your poor little boy Love him! :A So glad you managed a dose of the antibiotics and hope it begins to take effect with the swelling And Colin the sausage dog!! :rotfl::rotfl::rotfl: I know one too!! Such a great name for a Dachshund!

cheekyweegit and mE-mE-mE - I've just read your posts over on 3Dogs thread. Would be lovely if you'd join in over here :A

Snap - I hope snuggles from Ancient cat and the rest of your brood brings you smiles and the end of what no doubt will have been a super busy day So sorry work's so stressful xxxxx

Enterprise - Do hope everything goes/went well with your OH's ankle check up :A

LTF - So sorry about your car. I really hope that the damage is superficial and you are able to get it repaired without a huge bill. Big hugs

Speaking of car accidents.....someone went into my car the 1st time I drove it after passing my test!!! In a disabled space in T's carpark would you believe?! I was in the shop but luckily a lovely lady saw, waited for me to come out and explained that the huge Rover in the disabled space next to me had caused a fair bit of damage to my rear bumper! :mad::mad::mad:

nahteb20 - :(:(:(:(:(:(:AAwwwwwwwwwwwwwww!!! I'm so sorry your DS is suffering so much. You must be exhausted I really hope the steroids start giving him the boost he needs, they're such an unbelievable drug. Thinking of you :Axxxx

freddiesflyers - Malcolm :T:T:T (maybe Malcolm in the middle?) The name's cute, I do like Dave though :rotfl:

Miss L + Purdy - Weird, the storm must have taken a weird path as we were pretty clear over Bristol. We had a fair amount of rain and black skies but no thunder and lightning at all.

Thinking of those with flooding :(:(:(

bensonsmum - AMAZING!!! :jOh that's brilliant, well done you!!!! And you definitely deserve the holiday, hope you can find something cheap and chic I would love to know any tips about booking late package hols too please, if anyone has any :A

Nikki - :eek: 4:30am!!!! Exactly how many Lala's are you hoping to trace??!! :rotfl::rotfl:More seriously though, how sad about your great grandmother It's such a travestly in years gone by what happened to people with mental illnesses and still continues to this day in many countries

Wedding plans are on hold due to a minor discrepancy with the venue charging for corkage.....if I ain't paid for the wine, I ain't paying for someone to pop it ;);):rotfl:I got principles ya know :cool:

How did your DS get on yesterday? Sending love to Auntielala and nannylala, hope all is progressing as it should :A

MMW :hello::kisses3: If you're lurking :Axxx

louj - :A Your spelling's always been great, don't let it stop you from posting. What in particular did you want to know about whoopsying? The thing is, every single store is different and even varies from day to day so although it's a pain, to actually do it intentionally and successfully, the only way is to get out there and suss out your stores It also depends on how much choice you want to vs how much you want to spend as to what time of day will be right for you. Some stores just don't do the mega reductions others do unfortunately

Laura Cello - Glad you had a great day at Goodwood

FK - Gorgeous lunch :T

Hope everyone else at Goodwood is having fun and hope there were some Elite meets :T:cool:

calmspirit

mhoc wrote: »

Are they just loose on the rimmel stand? Or in a plastic pack?

Barcode please?

loose on the rimmel stand with all the other mascaras

bc ends in 383 colour is brown/black someone else posted that black scans at correct price of £7+

let us know how you get on even if none at your store (saves people a trip)

umme_sue

welch`s purple grape juice in the fridge is down to £1.59 so if you still have some £1 mocs from the t`s mag you can get them for 59p

mhoc

Ta for this, written details down

calmspirit wrote: »

loose on the rimmel stand with all the other mascaras

bc ends in 383 colour is brown/black someone else posted that black scans at correct price of £7+

let us know how you get on even if none at your store (saves people a trip)

Laura_Cello

altojack wrote: »

Pleased you had a good time and I look forward to seeing the piccies
Such a pity you didn't manage to meet the other elite members as Frequent was looking for you :cool:

I left in a hurry this morning... forgot phone numbers and there were a bazillion people. What was I thinking saying I would wear a hat?!?!?

my hat in a wacky races car

aau1

altojack wrote: »

Pleased you had a good time and I look forward to seeing the piccies
Such a pity you didn't manage to meet the other elite members as Frequent was looking for you :cool:

Maybe FK saw frequent walking about with his slap proof pan on and thought "do i want to be seen with him?"

Frequent meanwhile saw FK in his finest purple tights and thought "do i want to be seen with him?"

Both then turned and walked in opposite directions!!

:rotfl:

choirchick

Fudge_Cake wrote: »

Special loving thoughts and gentle cuddles sent to 3Dogs :A and Tinyshoes :A



choirchick - Thank you for emailing lutzi, please do let me know if you get a reply :A So sorry about your tooth I didn't find it funny actually because I know how embarassed I'd be Poor you! I really hope you can get a replacement and still make it to Dreamboats and Petticoats

Tiny - So pleased that Mum had a more comfortable sleep in her own bed and was feeling a little brighter on your arrival this morning. You are such a wonderful lady and have so much strength and love for your Mum, please stop berating yourself. Any time of the day or night, come tell us about it :Axxxx Big hugs, hope you and debsjc are having a lovely time. Hi Debs :hello:

tiger - Awww your poor little boy Love him! :A So glad you managed a dose of the antibiotics and hope it begins to take effect with the swelling And Colin the sausage dog!! :rotfl::rotfl::rotfl: I know one too!! Such a great name for a Dachshund!

cheekyweegit and mE-mE-mE - I've just read your posts over on 3Dogs thread. Would be lovely if you'd join in over here :A

Snap - I hope snuggles from Ancient cat and the rest of your brood brings you smiles and the end of what no doubt will have been a super busy day So sorry work's so stressful xxxxx

Enterprise - Do hope everything goes/went well with your OH's ankle check up :A

LTF - So sorry about your car. I really hope that the damage is superficial and you are able to get it repaired without a huge bill. Big hugs

Speaking of car accidents.....someone went into my car the 1st time I drove it after passing my test!!! In a disabled space in T's carpark would you believe?! I was in the shop but luckily a lovely lady saw, waited for me to come out and explained that the huge Rover in the disabled space next to me had caused a fair bit of damage to my rear bumper! :mad::mad::mad:

nahteb20 - :(:(:(:(:(:(:AAwwwwwwwwwwwwwww!!! I'm so sorry your DS is suffering so much. You must be exhausted I really hope the steroids start giving him the boost he needs, they're such an unbelievable drug. Thinking of you :Axxxx

freddiesflyers - Malcolm :T:T:T (maybe Malcolm in the middle?) The name's cute, I do like Dave though :rotfl:

Miss L + Purdy - Weird, the storm must have taken a weird path as we were pretty clear over Bristol. We had a fair amount of rain and black skies but no thunder and lightning at all.

Thinking of those with flooding :(:(:(

bensonsmum - AMAZING!!! :jOh that's brilliant, well done you!!!! And you definitely deserve the holiday, hope you can find something cheap and chic I would love to know any tips about booking late package hols too please, if anyone has any :A

Nikki - :eek: 4:30am!!!! Exactly how many Lala's are you hoping to trace??!! :rotfl::rotfl:More seriously though, how sad about your great grandmother It's such a travestly in years gone by what happened to people with mental illnesses and still continues to this day in many countries

Wedding plans are on hold due to a minor discrepancy with the venue charging for corkage.....if I ain't paid for the wine, I ain't paying for someone to pop it ;);):rotfl:I got principles ya know :cool:

How did your DS get on yesterday? Sending love to Auntielala and nannylala, hope all is progressing as it should :A

MMW :hello::kisses3: If you're lurking :Axxx

louj - :A Your spelling's always been great, don't let it stop you from posting. What in particular did you want to know about whoopsying? The thing is, every single store is different and even varies from day to day so although it's a pain, to actually do it intentionally and successfully, the only way is to get out there and suss out your stores It also depends on how much choice you want to vs how much you want to spend as to what time of day will be right for you. Some stores just don't do the mega reductions others do unfortunately

Laura Cello - Glad you had a great day at Goodwood

FK - Gorgeous lunch :T

Hope everyone else at Goodwood is having fun and hope there were some Elite meets :T:cool:

I am so delighted this is the first time I've been on your list of thought. Thank you for your concern. You're such a caring person & love reading your comments. I have to wait till Tuesday to get a long enough appointment needed so will be a toothless for several days. Think if I try not to speak much should get away with theatre & sing along under my breath. I'm going with a very close understanding friend
I just checked my emails but no reply yet from Lutz I hope she is ok. Let's hope she's on hols or something. I do have her home address so if still concerned after few more days I could write to her. Will keep you informed.

mhoc

dcon_blue wrote: »

I've not been able to read up on any of this thread so many apologies in advance for not contributing recently and for this completely OT post ... but I know the knowledge base and expereince of this thread is HUGE

To cut to the chase I could do with 'speaking' with a regular person who has experience of appying for Deputyship for someone with Dementia ... and all what it means on a day-to-day basis once it has been put in place.

I am a FT carer for mum with Alzheimers who lives with me and hasn't a penny to her name ... so I have no experience of dealing with care homes and looking after anyones financial affairs.

But my aunt (her sister) has vascular dementia and has been in a local care home since Sept last year when my cousin (her carer) became ill with cancer. He died two weeks ago and she now needs someone to act on her behalf. I know Social Services could do this but ...

Anyway, I've looked at the Office of Public Guardian and Court of Protection websites and have an idea of what's involved ... but I'd like to hear from someone who's been there, done it and got the tee shirt IYKWIM ... How much hassle does it involve? How has it affected your life? Would you do it again? What would you do differently? etc. etc.

TIA xxx

Sorry I cant be of much help but this is what I did. My Dads solicitor allows you get half an hour free so I got all of the paperwork together and a list of questions and she then started the process off for us.
When my Dad went into the care home I got power of attorney. The solicitor came to see my Dad and assessed him and this cost £80. My Dads needs are physical not mental and he can still sign his name. So I am sorting out his legal and financil affairs.
It sounds like your situation is more complicated than ours though.
if they dont have any money at all (or at least less than £23 thousand) it make it simpler. The care home fees are paid for (by social services I assume).
Assume they dont own any property - house etc?
Do your mum and her sister have social workers assigned to them?
Are they both claiming the full attendance allowance - both the day and the night element? Do they need care at night as well as during the day?