My Dad (90 years old) was diagnosed with mild-to-moderate Alzheimers in July of 2025. A couple of weeks ago, he fell on the driveway and hit his head. We rushed him to the Emergency Room. He had no skull fractures or brain bleeds thankfully but was admitted to the hospital. In the days after, he had very confused days and better day. The doctors thought he had a concussion, but, when asked, agreed he could be suffering from delirium as well. They certainly thought being in the hospital contributed to his confusion.
He’s now in rehab and still has good and bad days. My Mum (89 years old) is his primary caregiver. Given his increased confusion, we’re not sure she can handle him if he comes home. So we’re thinking about moving him to memory care. The thought that he might never come home again is devastating us. I mean, a few days before the fall we were having a discussion about world events during which Dad raised well reasoned points.
People here have a lot more knowledge than me. So, I‘m hoping you all can give me your thoughts on if he can get back to his prior baseline? Would bringing him home bring him back to or closer to his prior baseline? I have a feeling he can’t come home, but if people can give me their thoughts on that as well, I’d appreciate it.