The following week, I called a family meeting. My siblings, who lived out of state, joined via video call. I laid out the findings, the discrepancies, and the steps I planned to take. Their reactions varied from disbelief to anger, but ultimately, they supported the need for action.

“We have to protect Dad,” my sister insisted, her voice firm through the digital connection. “Whatever it takes.”

With their backing, I felt a renewed sense of purpose. I reached out to the caregiver, requesting another meeting. This time, it would be different. I was armed with evidence and the support of family.

When she arrived, her demeanor was as composed as ever, but there was a subtle shift in her eyes, a flicker of uncertainty. “Is there more you wish to discuss?” she inquired, her voice steady.

“Yes,” I replied, handing her a folder containing the evidence. “We need to reevaluate your role in my father’s care.”

She opened the folder, her expression unreadable as she scanned the documents. The silence stretched between us, thick with unspoken tension.

“I see,” she finally said, her tone measured. “Let’s discuss how we can move forward.”

For the first time, her calm veneer showed a crack, and I knew we were finally on the path to reclaiming control.

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