My father became ill last weekend and of course we suspected Covid. Tested positive on Monday and on Tuesday went to the hospital for a monoclonal antibody infusion. Also started other meds. I am 68, so a little high risk. I have stayed with him, trying to social distance, wearing a mask, etc. He is giving me pushback about preparing food because, “it is his house”. So we keep arguing. Today, I insisted that I prep the food and he blew a gasket and told me he wanted to be alone, please leave. I am the only relative that lives close by and he shouldn’t be alone. He told me not to come back.
I don't understand why your Dad is upset with you preparing food for him. Is it because he rather do it? Or is it because he would prefer to eat something else?
If your Dad is of clear thinking, he does have a right to live however he wants. That is so common with many of our parents here. Usually we need to wait for a medical emergency where 911 is called, hospitalization, rehab, then decision of caregivers at home or move to senior living.
Whatever you do, please keep safe :D It's been less than a week for your Dad and he probably still has transmittable symptoms that he can pass onto you. Maybe that is Dad's thinking, he doesn't want you to become the next covid victim, so go home. Has either you or your Dad figured out where he might have picked up the covid?
Don't go back, that's my suggestion. Protect YOURSELF and let him alone to do as he sees fit.
Good luck!