Hi, Fishman. My mom is on many of the same meds as Mrs F, it sounds like. She also has Fibromyalgia and Type 2 Diabetes and is constantly tired. I strongly believe that those meds are a good part of why she has no energy. But when I mention it it tends to fall on deaf ears.

I absolutely understand the frustration of watching a loved one refuse to try and get up and about, even to just go for a drive and get some fresh air. You shouldn’t feel guilty for having the thoughts you do. I have the same ones in regards to my mom...I feel like all we can do is continue to try and encourage different behavior, and take breaks for ourselves when we need to. It’s very emotionally exhausting to be the primary source of care. Just don’t forget to take some time away for yourself to breathe.