How can I help my Mum?

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My Mum is in her mid 60's and over the last few years I've noticed the following in her:-

• Frequent forgetfulness
• Belief that people are constantly watching her
• Deep fear of burgalars. (She changes her locks at least 4 times a year)
• Belief that friends and some family members are stealing from her
• Belief that my Dad is trying to poison her and steal from her
• Disrupted sleep

She's impossible to reason with, and due to her beliefs, a lot of her friends have backed away from her. I think she is quite un
-happy as she is a very sociable person. Due her her deep mistrust of my Dad, they have now separated. However, although the separation was her wish, she still sees my Dad everyday. They live 10 mins walk away! I've tried to get her to see the doctor but she does not trust them, and also refuses to take any medication. My Dad believes she has a MH issue, but refuses to do anything more.

I'm not sure what to do and where to turn. Can anyone offer any friendly advice?

She sounds a bit unwell to me and her quality of life must be pretty poor, she must be quite unhappy
Sounds stressful for you as well

I would make an appointment with her GP and tell them your concerns. Write a list so you don't forget any. They won't be allowed to discuss her with you but they can listen and then call her in 'for a check up' or what have you.