Barely Hanging On

Robert and Leea loving coupletry to maintain control of their life together in a situation rapidly spiraling out of control, due to Roberts debilitating chronic illnesses.
Although a seasoned professional healthcare provider and caregiver, Lee finds herself face-to-face with unfamiliar challenges: Adult Protective Services, Medicaid and spend-down requirements, nursing home selection and life-style changes, estate planning, home healthcare assistance, legal issues of guardianship, Hospice care, and more. The journey is overwhelming.
Barely Hanging On is the story of Lees struggle to cope with tough-love decisions while dealing with the healthcare system, the legal system and the welfare system.
Sharing the authors experiences can help you realize that you are not alone on the caregivers path, help prepare you for making a similar journey, and provide useful information, ideas and options for you to use while making your journey.