Approaching stage 8

clarinetist

My DH, who has been on hospice in a nursing home for a month, had a big downturn last night. He can no longer swallow and is aspirating on his saliva. Hospice has discontinued all food and drink, and now it is a waiting game. He’s getting morphine and Ativan every four hours and seems to be comfortable.

It’s hard to believe we’re here. It’s been almost seven years since he started his Alzheimer’s journey.

jsps139_

A very sad time. I’m praying for peace for both of you at this final stage. ❤️🙏🏻

marier

Sending you hugs and praying for you both.

Kat63

Sending prayers to you and your DH for a easy and peaceful transition 🙏🏻

jfkoc

We are here, standing next to you…

Quilting brings calm

I am so sorry. May this part be quick and merciful.

Lills

I'm so sorry!

SDianeL

So sorry. The hospice nurse told me to talk to my husband constantly during this time so I did. She said he can hear you. Tell him how much you love him and that you will be OK. My thoughts and prayers are with you both. Hugs.

fmb

I am so sorry. Praying for comfort and peace for both of you. ((hug))

cdgbdr

Wishing peace for both of you during this time.

Biggles

I am so sorry I think it’s a time we all dread. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Praying for peace and comfort.

Joe C.

I am so sorry your journey has reach this point, I’ll keep you in my thoughts & prayers.

CampCarol

I’m so sorry you’re in this situation. Sending thoughts, prayers and hugs for a peaceful transition to stage 8.

LJCHR

I’m so sorry you are at this point- my prayers for a peaceful transition.

Jgirl57

(((HUGS))) (((HUGS)))

housefinch

Sending you and your loved one hugs, comfort, and peace.

CindyBum

my thoughts and prayers are with you and your DH.

trottingalong

Hugs to you. Wishing both of you peace

JeriLynn66

Prayers and peace for you both. We're here.

Mint

Sending you a soft warm hug

Buggytoo

Wishing you comfort and peace.

clarinetist

Your thoughts, prayers and hugs mean so much to me. All of you have been a lifeline throughout my DH’s disease. He is still with us, and I’m heading over with my daughter to spend time with him.❤️

Beachfan

I am sorry. This is a difficult time that I remember well. The Ativan, the morphine, the seemingly labored breathing. If it’s any consolation, my DH’s eventual passing was peaceful; his final breath was like a deep contented sigh after 13 years. He is at peace; I am at peace. God be with you.

Russinator

I am so sorry. May this part be quick and merciful.

midge333

I am sorry. I hope your DH has a quick and painless death.

tigersmom

@clarinetist , I am so very sorry. This part is really hard. I am wishing your DH the most peaceful transition possible, and eventually, some peace for you, too.

eaglemom

Be with him. Hold his hand, rub his arm and talk to him softly. Go down memory lane for the both of you. Your scared and he is also. May your time together be sweet and gentle.

eagle