Does anyone know of programs in Oregon that will pay me while I care for my dying mother?
I left my home and family (and bills) in San Diego to come to Oregon to care for my momma who is dying of liver failure. She is given 3 to 9 months to live. In this time I had hoped to find a part time job to be able to pay my own bills. However due to a medication Momma is on I can’t leave her for more than an hour or so at a time to go shopping. She lives in the extreme rural area of Wasco County. There has to be a program available to allow for some cash flow. I know there is in California. Does anyone know where to look? I have done extensive searches online. I was told Senior Services in The Dalles could help but am still finding nothing. Please help!! I’m 48 years old. I have student loans that will be coming due in a month or so and need some help!!
Thanks…
Laws vary by state, but you should check with your local Family Health Services. I know in my state, you can take a short “care-giving” course that will license you as a primary caregiver so you can then be paid through her insurance/medicare.
