Dignity in old age: caring for Suresh

I'm caring for my father, who's 74. After the death of his spouse Suresh can no longer manage alone. A nursing home would cost far more than we have, and Suresh desperately wants to stay at home. I work 40 hours a week and have cut back to look after him, but we need a part-time carer. Suresh worked all of his life as a farmer, and raised 3 children. Now we're trying to give some of that care back. Medication, a hospital bed and a carer for four months will make a huge difference. The carer will be employed through a registered agency and paid directly. I'll share the agency invoices. Where the $5,450 goes: • Part-time carer (four months): $4,150 • Medication and prescriptions: $650 • Hospital bed and mattress rental: $240 • Mobility aids and bathroom adaptations: $410 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.