Refusing Entry For Safety

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You have the right to refuse your mother entry to your home if its unsafe and no one is available to care for her. Communicate your concerns to PACE and social workers, and explore alternative living arrangements. PACE cannot force you to take her back, and they will need to find other solutions. Consider consulting an elder law attorney for guidance on your rights and options.

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Shes in the nursing home at the moment in rehab due to a fall and it's not safe for her to come back and she goes through the PACE program
If your mother is currently in a nursing home and it's unsafe for her to return, you might consider exploring long-term care options. Here are some steps you can take:
- Contact the PACE program for assistance with long-term care planning.
- Speak with a social worker at the nursing home for guidance.
- Consult with a local elder law attorney for legal advice on guardianship or care arrangements.
Would you like information on contacting a local elder law attorney?
She refuses to go to assisted living or stay in the nursing home i told the PACE nurses and social workers she can NOT come here i also told my mom
It sounds like a challenging situation. If your mother is refusing care options and you believe it is unsafe for her to return to your home, you can consider pursuing guardianship. This would allow you to make decisions on her behalf. Would you like more information on the guardianship process in Virginia?
Cant do that because she can make her own decisions
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Since your mother is competent to make her own decisions, you're in a difficult position. Here are some steps you can consider:
- Reiterate your concerns to the PACE program and social workers.
- Explore alternative care options that might be acceptable to her.
- Seek mediation to reach an agreement.
Would you like more information on mediation services in Virginia?
Will PACE still let her come back home after rehab when i told them NO it's not safe
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It sounds like a difficult situation. While PACE aims to provide care that aligns with the participant's needs and safety, ultimately, they must also respect the wishes of a competent adult. Without your consent, they may have to find alternative solutions.
Would you like more information on mediation services in Virginia?
so i have the right to refuse her to come back to my house if i dont think its safe even though she can make her own decisions
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You have the right to decide who resides in your home, even if it's your mother. If it's unsafe for her to return, you can refuse her entry, but this might create a complex situation given her competence.
Would you like more information on how to formally refuse her return under Virginia law?
what complex situationi
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It can be complex because:
- Your mother can make her own decisions.
- Refusing her entry might strain family relations.
- You may need to coordinate with PACE and social services.
Would you like more detailed guidance on how to formally refuse her return under Virginia law?
I have coordinate with PACE and social worker from there but they said they will try to talk to her about other situations and no one is here to take care of her
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It sounds like a difficult situation. Here are some steps you can take:
- Reiterate your concerns to PACE and the social worker.
- Explore other care options that might be acceptable to her.
- Seek mediation services to reach an agreement.
Would you like more detailed guidance on mediation services in Virginia?
Will PACE allow her back here if i refuse her because it's not safe here and no one is here to take care of her
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The PACE program aims to ensure that participants receive the necessary care in a safe environment, but they must also respect the wishes of competent adults. If you refuse, they will need to find an alternative solution for her care.
Would you like more detailed guidance on alternative care options available in Virginia?
So they will find another place for her to go if i refuse?
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It seems like you're in a tough spot. Generally, if you refuse to allow your mother back into your home due to safety concerns, the PACE program and social services would need to find an alternative living arrangement for her. Do you need more information on alternative care options available in Virginia?
Do i have the right to not allow her here due to safety reasons and also i work from home and no one is here to take care fo her
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Yes, you have the right to refuse her return to your home if you believe it's unsafe and there's no one available to take care of her. Here are some steps to consider:
- Communicate your concerns clearly to the PACE program and social workers.
- Explore alternative living arrangements for her with their assistance.
- Document your concerns and communications for future reference.
Would you like more information on alternative care options available in Virginia?
what if pace tries to force me to take her back
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PACE cannot legally force you to take your mother back into your home if you refuse due to safety concerns. Here are some steps you can consider:
- Reiterate your refusal and safety concerns to PACE.
- Document all communications with PACE and social workers.
- Consult an elder law attorney for advice on your rights and options.
Would you like more information on consulting an elder law attorney in Virginia?
can pace help my mom get into a low income housing
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PACE can help coordinate care and may assist in finding housing options, but they typically focus on medical and supportive services rather than housing. Here are some steps you can take:
- Contact PACE to discuss housing needs.
- Reach out to local social services for low-income housing options.
- Consider applying for Section * housing assistance.
Would you like more information on how to apply for low-income housing in Virginia?
SHe can not come back to my house so where will she go
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If your mother cannot return to your home and PACE or social services need to find an alternative, they will likely explore other care or housing options. Here are some possibilities:
- Assisted living facilities
- Nursing homes
- Low-income housing options
Would you like more information on any of these alternatives?
what if she refuses all of those
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It's a tough situation if your mother refuses all other living arrangements. Here are some steps to consider:
- Communicate: Clearly explain the safety concerns to your mother.
- Involve Social Services: They can help mediate and find solutions.
- Legal Advice: Consult an elder law attorney for guidance on next steps.
Would you like more information on consulting an elder law attorney in Virginia?