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Has Anyone Helped A Parent Get Into Designated Supportive Living In Alberta? I Have Caregiver Burnout.

I'm 39 and have been living with and caring for my 69 yr old Mother, who has end stage (very severe) COPD and uses oxygen, for around 10 years. My mental and physical health are suffering in a big way, and I need to finally get my own place. I stay in constant fear of an emergency happening especially if I am not around. We live in the Edmonton area.

She can manage her medications and is generally okay at rest, but she struggles with basic activities, can't shower independently, is a fall risk, and sometimes has severe breathing episodes. Most of the time she is completely fine but she needs someone close by in case of emergencies.

I'm hoping to find somewhere with a private bachelor style unit, on-site staff available to help, and meals and personal care provided if needed. She receives around $2600/month in old age security, CPP, etc.

There are still plenty of things I can do for my Mother when I have my own place as in, take her to appointments, handle all her banking and bills, handle her prescriptions and shop for her. My Mom is my best friend, but I can't continue being her 24/7 caregiver.

For anyone who's been through this, how long does placement realistically take? Would AHS Continuing Care be the right starting point? What options might be affordable on her income?

Any advice or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated.

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