Reagan -  What I am concerned about is, one of my friends  is on strong medication for various complaints. Each box says," Do Not Drink Alcohol whilst on this Medication" I have told him to be very careful mixing the both together but he seems to be in denial. He has already lost his licence with "High Range" alcohol, so how can we convince him to cut out the demon drink? 

Hi Hola, that's a hard one. I know when my father in law developed macular degeneration, we had to hide the car keys. Eventually,we sold his car and he was so darn depressed. Anyway we got over that by introducing new things into his life. He's ok now. He refused to speak to us for a while,but when we told him he could kill someone, that seemed to sink in.

With your friend, if he lives alone,it's more difficult to watch his movements. Could be his doctor needs to be told and he could speak to your friend. Has he any relatives you can speak to, but then there is a chance he might not like that and a friendship might be threatened. As I say, a hard one Hola, wish I could be more helpful.

Reagan - Thanks for your information. My friend lives at home with his invalid wife and does everything, shopping,washing, and gardening. He is now retired and I think what he misses most is male companionship. That is why he goes to the pub all the time. I try to talk to him, and his wife is no support. I only hope he does not take ill as they have nobody to help them. 

Just had a thought Hola, perhaps someone could suggest him joining a men's shed if there's one in his area. Might help to get him away from the pub scene and in touch with more male companionship. Here's a link if it helps:

http://mensshed.org/find-a-shed/

Cheers

Reagan - You're such a darling, thanks for the information. I'll give him the list and then it's up to him, as the old saying goes "You can lead a horse to water but..........".

Wel, gotta go klene me boat b4 it gets 2 late!

Don't slip in the bathtub.

Got a rubber duckie to keep me company.