Mary had always been fiercely independent.
At 82 years old, she still lived in the home where she raised her family. Her daughter noticed a few small changes over time—unopened mail on the kitchen table, missed medications, increasing difficulty with housekeeping, and occasional comments about feeling unsteady when walking. When the family suggested bringing in a little help, Mary insisted she was doing just fine.
Wanting to respect her wishes, the family decided to wait.
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