I have a non-relative, a friend, who is living with me. She is semi-disabled and probably will need a kidney transplant down the line. I have asked her to go back to LA to live closer to her daughter and family but she refuses. She is 64 and has lived up here with me, off & on, for about six years. I am now 74 and have a few health issues of my own. She is currently in a wheelchair and is very heavy for me to lift and deal with when she has to go to the doctor. My house is taking larger and larger amounts of money to repair and maintain. I feel stuck in a conflicting situation, as I do not like to feel guilty about wanting to have this disabled friend out of my house, but do not know how I can continue to care for her!
By Anonymous Caring.com community member
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