Kel M Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 My thoughts and prayers are with you and your Mom at this time. Our experience with hospice was superb and afforded Mom and I absolutely wonderful time together to just "be". I wish this for you and your Mom. Kel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kel M Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 My thoughts and prayers are with you and your Mom at this time. Our experience with hospice was superb and afforded Mom and I absolutely wonderful time together to just "be". I wish this for you and your Mom. Kel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jean44 Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 Val, We lost my Dad to lung cancer 18 months ago. I remember being in the hospital room when Dad's Oncologist told him that we needed to call Hospice. It was like a punch in the stomach, we knew his treatments were over and nothing more could be done. I remember being so scared! Hospice supported us and kept Dad's pain under control for the next 7 weeks until we lost him. They were wonderful people who attended to Dad with the best of care. My prayers for your Mom, you, and your family as you journey onto this path. Jean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jean44 Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 Val, We lost my Dad to lung cancer 18 months ago. I remember being in the hospital room when Dad's Oncologist told him that we needed to call Hospice. It was like a punch in the stomach, we knew his treatments were over and nothing more could be done. I remember being so scared! Hospice supported us and kept Dad's pain under control for the next 7 weeks until we lost him. They were wonderful people who attended to Dad with the best of care. My prayers for your Mom, you, and your family as you journey onto this path. Jean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 Val, I just have to remind you what a very brave young woman you are and let you know how proud I am to "know" you! I know this seems like a very rough bump in the road but keep the faith. I'll echo others and say that Hospice is not always the end of the road. People do make progress and return to treatment. Where there is life...there is always hope! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 May the 'h work' come to mean Help Healing Hugs Happy thoughts ............................and so on. Love Pat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamasbabygirl Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 I'm sorry Val. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDianneB Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 I remember not so very long ago that we didn't have these kinds of options. At best, we could count on having to stay in the hospital indefinitely, or at home with just family to care for us, and no real relief in the form of respite care or hospice care. One of the first things I did when diagnosed was to investigate hospice care in close range. My preference, of course, is to stay at home with hospice care because of my kitties (!), but mainly because I'd just be at HOME. IMO, there are worse things than death or dying, and we usually tend to see people as "dying" when such a milestone is reached. I tend to see it as entering another phase - the one that we will all go through at some time or another. I hope for no pain, for comfort for your mother, and for relief and comfort for you and your family during this difficult time. I believe the hospice can be a real partner in making that happen for you all. Best wishes, Di Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rogfam Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 I'm so sorry, Val. I can't imagine being where you're at right now. You and your family will be in my prayers. Keep the faith, and don't loose your Hope, a beautiful "H" word. many hugs and prayers for you, Christy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leslie221 Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 So sorry. Hope each day gives your Mum some kind of pleasure to enjoy. Hope each day gives YOU some kind of pleasure to enjoy, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calintay Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 So sorry to hear about your mom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea B. Posted July 14, 2005 Share Posted July 14, 2005 Val, I am so sorry. I remember the day we decided to call in Hospice (and just because you do, doesn't mean a miracle still can't happen). They were a blessing to my family and helped my mom a great deal. If you need someone to listen, please know I am here. I truly understand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilliBr1 Posted July 15, 2005 Share Posted July 15, 2005 Keepina all you in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted July 15, 2005 Share Posted July 15, 2005 Hi Val: Yeah, I guess calling on the hospice is crossing a threshold. But at least it brings in a situation where the focus is on rest and pain management. Hopefully your mom can get some strength back and continue with treatment. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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