Gwen, Daddy's girl Posted November 1, 2006 Share Posted November 1, 2006 Hospice has finially been called in to help Dad. O2 also. I've been pushing for it, but now that the nurse is with Dad I feel all undone. Gwen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted November 1, 2006 Share Posted November 1, 2006 Gwen-- Calling in hospice is just such a hard, emotional thing... I was all undone too. I am so glad that you will have some assistance, but I also know how hard that word and all that comes with it is to swallow. Thinking of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick C Posted November 1, 2006 Share Posted November 1, 2006 It is a hard step...I put off making the call for 29 days. My wife actually was the one who dialed, I couldn't do it. But my intent was to care and do right by my mom. And know that your taking this step is a great expression of love... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamataca Posted November 2, 2006 Share Posted November 2, 2006 I'm so sorry--I know this stinks. You are in my prayers. Please keep us posted. Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deb IL Posted November 2, 2006 Share Posted November 2, 2006 I'm a newbie to this board, but the board I go to for pancreatic cancer always recommends the book "Final Gifts". You might find it helpful. It provides a different view of things. Thoughts,prayers,and hope, Deb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littlegirl Posted November 2, 2006 Share Posted November 2, 2006 Gwen - I am so sorry it has come to this. I think it is EXPECTED for you to feel all undone. It is a culmination of a lot of emotions but it is the right and loving thing to do. Allow yourself some time to be undone. I agree with Deb. The book Final Gifts is a good one to read and helps you to find a bit of peace in this difficult time. Good Luck, Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mskim Posted November 3, 2006 Share Posted November 3, 2006 I'm so sorry. It is a difficult step and feeling undone, well I get that. Hospice is there to help you through, not to take over, so you will still be right there. I pray you find some sweet moments to carry you through and that hospice is helpful for you both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JanMarie Posted November 5, 2006 Share Posted November 5, 2006 Gwen, My mom just started hospice care.We have met several members of the team and I will say I feel blessed as I could not have hand picked better people to be the ones to help her and the rest of the family through this transition. Death is just a transition into a new experience for our spirits. I believe we are spititual beings having a human experience.While I will miss my mom more then I can say I can accept that she will just be continuing on in her lifes journey. Starting hospice does not mean death but rather a shift in the focus of care from treatment to that of providing comfort for what time is left in one's physical or human life. I see several people recommended the book Final Gifts do get it as it is a fantastic book to read. Take care and know you are not alone.JanMarie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bauner95 Posted November 6, 2006 Share Posted November 6, 2006 I can't imagine making that call! It must have been so hard. I hope that you are adjusting better now. I will be praying! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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