Household aids when old

joshiesaunt

... should have said, apart from nursing care needs which is assessed in a different way.

ElephantBoy57

joshiesaunt said:

Now would be a good time to discuss Financial Power of Attorney with the person and also a health one?  Perhaps the family could do this or liaise with you. 

I raised that a few weeks ago, he mentioned it to his Son and his Son decided, after a phone to the bank, it was too much bother.

It is surprising behaviour, as he will inherit over £100k

Marcon

Robin9 said:

Can someone confirm - are GP's required to see their  over 80's -  twice a year ?

GP's can be very difficult - my MIL's refused to speak to my wife until they had a letter of authority from MIL.

No.

OP - have you tried https://www.ageuk.org.uk/services/age-uk-advice-line/