My dad retired years ago at a beautiful home on the beach. He kept a second home here with us. Since being diagnosed with dementia he has essentially moved out of both houses (though we still have the beach house) and is living in an independent living community near me with 24/7 caregivers. He often gets confused and thinks he is just vacationing where he is. He often speaks of getting down to his home at the beach to check on things. It has been almost 2 years since his last visit down there. He is very OCD which includes a fair amount of worry. The house is in a little bit of disrepair. My sister wants to take him down to his home because it "gives him so much joy". I am concerned that acclimating him back after a trip like this may be problematic. I want her to be able to do it, but the stress of it all is getting to me. He gets real confused about where he lives and all and is frequently packing to go home.
Any advise? Should I let her take him?
I agree with other posts... check the house out before going.
Most of all remember that the trip is for him.