Hospice...sm
Posted By: PammyB on 2007-12-24
In Reply to: I agree, hospice is the absolute best - flcmt
My youngest daughter & I moved to stay with my mom almost a year after my stepfather died - hospice was still in touch with my mom and even offered counseling to my 13-yo if needed.
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I would contact a hospice...
My grandmother just passed away, and for her last week she was at a local hospice. They were so wonderful and caring there and really helped us all deal with her dying. Even if your mom doesn't go to hospice care (which I highly recommend when she is very close), I would call a hospice and ask them for recommendations for grief counseling. I can't say enough about how wonderful they were, and they really helped my mother deal with the loss of her mother. They also provided morphine so we could rest assured she was not in pain once she wasn't able to communicate any longer. I am sorry that you are losing your mother. I am sure it is difficult at any age.
I agree with others. Hospice is invaluable.
My FIL died last year after a 10-year illness. We thought we were all prepared for his death, even hoping for it in a way. But, even in that situation, it was hard. The hospice staff was so very wonderful! They helped clarify situations so that we could feel confident in decision-making, and they were there for all of us, especially for my father-in-law.
I'm so sorry.
I agree, hospice is the absolute best
When my mom had cancer back in the ྌs, dad was against hospice (basically 'cuz he didn't accept that she was going to die), so she died in a hospital. When he had cancer in ྜྷ, we talked to hospice because he was the worst patient ever in the hospital (I had to be there 24/7). Hospice was the best choice and the best support, as long as there is a family member there for the day-to-day care. They provided meds, a nurse to bathe him (being my dad, he wouldn't let me do it), and they were always a phone call away, even at 3 a.m. When he did die, they came right out and took care of things so I didn't have to, removing all the equipment the next day.
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Yes--hospice or respite care (sm)
I'm sorry to hear about your mother. You sound very dedicated to her. Please take the advice to call the hospice. Even if you are not looking for their services, they will point you to where you need to go.
Respite care may be a good option as well where you can have a day or two (or more) off from caregiving to tend to yourself.
Take care.
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