How long has Louise been estranged from her parents?

Louise, whose own children are now 26 and 23, has been estranged from her parents for six years and hasn’t seen her brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews during that time. Despite all the hurdles she’s had to face in her life – or perhaps because of them – her capacity for acceptance, forgiveness and understanding is remarkable.

Where does Louise from thalidomide live now?

I’m speaking to Louise at the home she shares in Cheltenham with her second husband Darren, also a thalidomide survivor, two round-the-clock carers, and two dogs.

Where did Darren and Louise Mansell live before thalidomide?

Louise Medus-Mansell and Darren Mansell at home in Cheltenham. Photograph: Adrian Sherratt for the Guardian Photograph: Adrian Sherratt/Guardian Louise Medus-Mansell and Darren Mansell at home in Cheltenham.

How long has my mom lived with US?

My mom has lived with my husband and myself for the last 2 1/2 years. We both agreed to have her come live with us since she was so unhappy in the nursing home. How to I tell her I don’t want her to live with us anymore?

When did mom go to a nursing home?

Mom went in nursing home three years ago and has been private pay. Her son has lived with her since 1992. She became unable to care for herself about two years before entering the nursing home, and her son cared for her in the home.

Why did my mother refuse to move into assisted living?

I got to the same point with my mother when I knew it was time for her to move to an Assisted Living home she refused and moved into a senior living apartment complex instead. She couldn’t handle taking care of herself, the dog, and apartment space. She was tired all the time could not get the laundry done.

How can I get my mom to come live with US?

We both agreed to have her come live with us since she was so unhappy in the nursing home. How to I tell her I don’t want her to live with us anymore? It would mean a nursing home for her and that would probably just about kill her. She DID NOT adjust well the last time she was in a nursing home. Any suggestions would be appreciated.