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Ragfoot
Ragfoot Member Posts: 27
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A short while back, my DW was enrolled in Hospice Care. But, 3 months later it was determined she was not declining fast enough, so she "graduated" out of Hospice Care.
5 short weeks later... Today, she was enrolled back into Hospice Care. During those 5 weeks, she lost 16 pounds. As of today, she has had almost no food for a week AND no water for 3 days. She is also now sleeping 20 to 24 hours a day.
After 10 years, I believe the end is getting closer.

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  • Vitruvius
    Vitruvius Member Posts: 367
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    My sincere condolences. I believe you are right, the end is near. Peace and strength in the days ahead.

  • SDianeL
    SDianeL Member Posts: 1,611
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    so sorry you are at this point. Praying for you both. 🙏💜

  • Jgirl57
    Jgirl57 Member Posts: 638
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    (((HUGS))) to you and your family as your DW ends her long journey

  • midge333
    midge333 Member Posts: 504
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    I am sorry. I hope your DW dies quickly and painlessly.

  • Kat63
    Kat63 Member Posts: 141
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    Prayers for you both at this time.

  • CampCarol
    CampCarol Member Posts: 205
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    My husband is in the exact same situation, watching this is very painful. Sending prayers to you that her transition will be peaceful.

  • Caro_Lynne
    Caro_Lynne Member Posts: 396
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    Ragfoot, you and CampCarol are in my prayers. Life goes on but the grieving never ends xo

  • Gator1976
    Gator1976 Member Posts: 34
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    So sorry for this story but take peace in that you both will be in a better place. Blessings to you both and prayers to all affected.

  • trottingalong
    trottingalong Member Posts: 632
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    I’m sorry. A big hug to you.

  • JeriLynn66
    JeriLynn66 Member Posts: 1,099
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    I’m so sorry. Peace and prayers for the final days ❤️

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DH = Dear Husband
DW= Dear Wife, Darling Wife
LO = Loved One
ES = Early Stage
EO = Early Onset
FTD = Frontotemporal Dementia
VD = Vascular Dementia
MC = Memory Care
AL = Assisted Living
POA = Power of Attorney
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